Transportation and Works
August 9, 2012

Public Advisory: Placentia Lift Bridge Closure Scheduled for Friday

The Department of Transportation and Works advises the Sir Ambrose Shea Lift Bridge in Placentia will be closed from approximately 9:00 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. tomorrow (Friday, August 10) to accommodate ongoing repair work.

In the event of an emergency, the bridge will be opened to a single lane to allow emergency vehicles to cross. Detour signage will be in place to direct traffic around the community until the repair work is complete.

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Media contact:
Jason Card
Director of Communications
Department of Transportation and Works
709-729-3015, 699-0470
jasoncard@gov.nl.ca

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