City of Providence, RI

04/26/2024 | Press release | Distributed by Public on 04/26/2024 08:40

The City of Providence to Repair Fox Point Hurricane Barrier Road Covers

The City of Providence will be repairing road covers critical for the operation of the Fox Point Hurricane Barrier vehicle gates. These covers house brace footings located in concrete chambers beneath the street. During a storm event, the brace footings hold the gates in a closed position.

The project will address road covers on Allens Avenue, Bridge Street, and South Main Street. Repairs include removing and replacing the existing covers, as well as work on the cover frames, concrete structures, and surrounding pavement. This work will involve concrete/masonry repairs, asphalt patching and paving, and pavement markings.

This project is essential to ensure the continued functionality and storm readiness of the Fox Point Hurricane Barrier


Construction Schedule & Traffic Detours:

Allens Avenue (Lane Reduction)

  • Dates: April 29th through July 19th (approximately 3 months)
  • Traffic Impact: Both northbound and southbound traffic will remain open with one lane reduced in each direction for the duration of the project. Specific lane closures will occur in phases:
  • Phase 1A (April 29th - May 24th): Northbound lane closure.
  • Phase 1B (May 27th - June 21st): Center lane closure.
  • Phase 1C (June 24th - July 19th): Southbound lane closure.


Bridge Street Detour

  • Dates: April 22nd through May 17th (closed to traffic)
  • Detour: Traffic traveling on Bridge Street will be detoured to South Main Street, then Tockwotton Street, and back to Bridge Street.


South Main Street Detour

  • Dates: May 20th through June 14th (closed to traffic)
  • Detour: Traffic traveling on South Main Street will be detoured to Bridge Street, then Tockwotton Street, and back to South Main Street.


Please note: This schedule is subject to change due to unforeseen circumstances. We will provide updates as needed.

We appreciate your patience and cooperation as we complete this important infrastructure project.