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CORRECTION: THE STONE ARCH BRIDGE WILL BE CLOSED ON TUESDAY, JULY 30TH ONLY, NOT WEDNESDAY, JULY 31ST
 

 
 
 
 

 

On TUESDAY, JULY 30TH , the Stone Arch Bridge in Slatersville will be closed for the finishing of the road paving. The RIDOT will have signs implementing the detours. Please note that the bridge may not be closed for the entire day.
 
 
 
 
 
 

 

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