Rumson-Sea Bright Bridge replacement activity is on its usual schedule this week, from 7 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., weather permitting, with no work on the bridge on Tuesday, Election Day, Monmouth County officials announced.

The following reminders and new alerts are in place …

Waterway Information

• The channel under the bridge is currently open at half width, or 37.5 feet. The western half of the channel is available for marine travel.
• The United States Coast Guard (USCG) has jurisdiction over the navigational channel and has granted permission for full and partial closures the contractor needs to install the two new bridge spans.
• Please see the Public Notice Update  for the list of anticipated full and partial closure dates through Spring 2025. Monmouth County must comply with the dates approved by the USCG.
• Dates are subject to change based on weather conditions and production factors.

Roadway and Sidewalk Information

• All roadway and sidewalk travelers should be aware of construction and delivery vehicles entering and exiting the work areas on both sides of Rumson Road in Rumson and on the southbound side of Ocean Avenue in Sea Bright.
• Temporary delays are possible on any contractor workday due to movement of construction vehicles and equipment.
• Access to Old Rumson Road from Rumson Road was reconfigured in June 2024. See the Recent News post for more information.
• The south side (eastbound) sidewalk of the bridge is closed.

—Photos/Nick Lencyzk

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