PRINCETON, NJ – From 8 p.m. Wednesday, July 26, the Washington Road Bridge, located between Faculty Road and Tiger Lane, will be closed due to maintenance work.
Local access between Route 1 and Tiger Lane will be maintained, and detour routes will be posted as soon as they are available.
The bridge’s closure is a necessary step to complete its replacement, which is anticipated to conclude this fall.
Motorists on Route 1 northbound or southbound intending to enter Princeton will be directed to use alternative routes via Alexander Road/Alexander Street or South Harrison Street/Lower Harrison Street.
The precise timing of the work may vary due to weather or other factors. Motorists are asked to check NJDOT’s traffic information website for construction updates and real-time travel information.