04/09/2026
MassDOT will close the New Bedford-Fairhaven Swing Bridge (Route 6) for two weekends in April/May 2026 for repairs, following recent mechanical failures. Closures run from Friday 9 p.m. to Monday 5 a.m. on April 10–13 and May 1–4, with all work finished by May 4, 2026. Local access remains open, but detours are required.
WE WILL BE OPEN NORMAL HOURS!
Key Closure Details:
Weekend 1: Friday, April 10, 9 p.m. – Monday, April 13, 5 a.m.
Weekend 2: Friday, May 1, 9 p.m. – Monday, May 4, 5 a.m.
Impact: Full vehicular closure; local businesses remain open.
Detour: Traffic will be routed via Route 240 north, I-195 west, and Route 140 south to Route 6.
Marine Traffic: Repairs will not affect marine traffic.
Advisory: Follow posted detour signs and expect delays, utilizing Mass511 for real-time updates.