More Lane Closures Scheduled on Williamsburg Bridge for Ongoing Rehabilitation

The New York City Department of Transportation (NYCDOT) has announced upcoming lane closures on the Williamsburg Bridge as part of its ongoing rehabilitation project. The closures are scheduled to take place from Monday, August 25 through Friday, August 29.

According to NYCDOT, at least one lane in each direction will remain open at all times, though motorists should prepare for delays. Pedestrians and cyclists should also be aware that the walkway and bikeway will be narrowed at work zones for up to 50 feet, and are advised to use caution.

Closure Schedule:

Manhattan-bound Roadway

• Outer roadway: Monday (8/25) & Tuesday (8/26), 10:00 a.m. – 5:00 a.m.
• Inner or outer roadway: Wednesday (8/27) – Friday (8/29), 10:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.

Brooklyn-bound Roadway

• Outer roadway: Monday (8/25) & Tuesday (8/26), 10:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
• Wednesday (8/27) – Friday (8/29), 5:00 a.m. Wednesday through 12:00 p.m. Friday (continuous closure).
• Inner roadway: Wednesday (8/27) – Friday (8/29), 10:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.

Additionally, NYCDOT noted that pressure testing of the bridge’s fire standpipe system will be conducted on August 14 and 15, but that work will not require any additional lane closures.