"Caltrans is preparing for two upcoming weekend closures of the Rio Vista Bridge -officially known as the Helen Madere Memorial Bridge - as part of a repair project on the critical State Route 12 crossing. The bridge, a key link between Solano and Sacramento counties, will be closed twice in November for intensive repair and paving work. Each closure will last approximately 55 hours, beginning late Friday night and ending early Monday morning:"
"The Rio Vista Bridge, which spans the Sacramento River and serves as one of the few river crossings in the region, has long required periodic maintenance due to its age and constant exposure to heavy traffic and marine conditions. Originally opened in 1960, the vertical-lift bridge accommodates both highway travelers and river traffic, with the center span raising to allow ships to pass through. Because of its unique design and heavy daily use, regular rehabilitation projects are essential to keep it safe and functional."
Two weekend closures will shut the Rio Vista (Helen Madere Memorial) Bridge for intensive repair and paving, each lasting about 55 hours: 9 p.m. Friday to 4 a.m. Monday on Nov. 7–10 and Nov. 14–17. Motorists will face detours that can add up to two hours between Rio Vista and Sacramento County; drivers are urged to plan ahead and avoid the bridge when possible. The bridge is a vertical-lift span opened in 1960 that carries State Route 12 and raises for river traffic. The current work repairs damage to the bridge's East Portal caused by a vehicle collision. Weekend scheduling aims to reduce weekday congestion and workdays. Schedules may change for weather, materials, or other unforeseen circumstances.
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