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Deck Sealing on Bridge Over Saw Mill River Parkway to Necessitate Lane Closures

ALBANY, NY (05/09/2008; 1431)(readMedia)-- The New York State Thruway Authority today announced that deck sealing work on the bridge over the Saw Mill River Parkway will necessitate lane closures on I-87 next week.

Weather permitting, lane closures will be in place northbound and southbound near Interchange 7A (Saw Mill River Parkway) from Tuesday, May 13 through Friday, May 16 according to the following schedule:

• One lane closed, 7 a.m. until 10 a.m.

• Two lanes closed, 10 a.m. until 2 p.m.

• Return to single lane closure 2 p.m. until 4 p.m.

The Authority appreciates motorists’ patience while this necessary work is performed.

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