Traffic & Transit
Mystic Bridge Undergoes Repairs After Getting Stuck Open
A temporary schedule is in effect for marine traffic after the drawbridge was stuck in the open position last week.
MYSTIC, CT — After the Mystic drawbridge was stuck open, the bridge now has a new schedule for openings.
The Town of Stonington wrote last week that "due to ongoing mechanical issues" with the bridge, there will be a temporary change to openings.
The schedule change is to allow for electrical repairs to be done on the bridge.
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The bridge will only be open for marine traffic daily at 7:40 a.m., 11:40 a.m., 2:40 p.m. and 6:40 p.m.
The town said the change will remain in place until Sept. 4.
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On Wednesday, Aug. 21, Main Street was closed in both directions across the Mystic River due to the bridge being stuck in the upright position, according to WTNH News-8.
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