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What to know as preliminary work starts on Franklin's East Main Street bridge
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· August 20, 2026
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Key points The project's timeline is also known, with completion anticipated in a few years. A bridge project is getting underway, with preliminary work scheduled to start on August 24.
A bridge project is getting underway, with preliminary work scheduled to start on August 24. This will involve some closures and traffic management. Motorists should be prepared for intermittent flagging during certain hours.
Further details are available about the expected impact on traffic, including lane closures and nighttime work. The project's timeline is also known, with completion anticipated in a few years.
Traffic management will be in place to minimize disruptions, with some work taking place at night to avoid congestion. The project's progress will be communicated to the public as it unfolds.
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Published: August 20, 2026 ·
Source: NewsChannel 5 WTVF (CBS affiliate) ·
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