OREGON DEPT. OF TRANSPORTATION (ODOT): U.S. 101 Astoria New Youngs Bay Bridge to close overnight for bridge inspections June 2-4

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(ASTORIA, OR) – Travelers can expect overnight closures on the U.S. 101 New Youngs Bay Bridge near Astoria June 2 – 4 while crews inspect the bridge.

The bridge, near milepost 4.91, will close nightly from 9 p.m. to 6 a.m. Tuesday, June 2, through Thursday, June 4.

Detour
During the closures, travelers should use U.S. 101B over the Old Youngs Bay Bridge and the Lewis and Clark River Bridge as a detour route.

Message boards will alert travelers about the closure and detour.

What to expect

  • Full closure of the U.S. 101 New Youngs Bay Bridge from 9 p.m. to 6 a.m.
  • Delays and increased traffic on detour routes

Bridge crews will manage the closure and inspection work.

Travelers should plan ahead and use caution in the area. Check TripCheck for the latest road and traffic information.

Banner that reads "Slow down in the work zone...it could save lives"

Know Before You GoTravelers can find the latest road conditions, traffic cameras and weather information at TripCheck.com.The site provides real-time travel information to help people plan safe trips year-round.