I-295 South in R.I. Closed to Trucks

The Rhode Island Trucking Association reports that the southbound lanes I-295 south of Exit 10 had been closed to all truck traffic. The closure is due to problems with a bridge over the Blackstone River in Cumberland.

The Rhode Island Department of Transportation told RITA that the southbound lanes will be closed until mid-August, but no set date was given. Entering and exiting Route 295 South can be accomplished by taking Route 146 to I-295. The association also suggests using I-95 South as an alternate route.

The road closure is approximately three miles south of the Massachusetts state line. Northbound traffic on I-295 is unaffected.