Bridgton’s Depot Street closed through Thanksgiving for Cornshop Bridge replacement

Depot Street in Bridgton closed to through traffic Monday, July 6, 2026, as the town began replacing the Cornshop Bridge. The closure is expected to remain in place through Thanksgiving 2026, depending on weather and construction conditions.

The restriction affects travel through the project area and requires residents, businesses, visitors and emergency responders to plan around the crossing while the work proceeds. The Town of Bridgton has directed residents and businesses to allow extra travel time and follow posted signs.

What the town says about the closure

Through traffic is prohibited in the Cornshop Bridge project area. The town’s notice describes the project as a safety and longevity improvement for the bridge.

The town has not announced a precise reopening date. Its current expectation is that the closure will continue through Thanksgiving 2026, with the schedule subject to weather and construction conditions.

Travelers approaching Depot Street should follow posted signage and allow additional time for trips. Emergency services will be coordinated during the project, according to the town.

The extended expected duration means the restriction is scheduled to remain in place across the summer and fall, rather than being a short-term road closure. The town’s notice does not identify a single detour route, so drivers should rely on signs in the area when planning trips.

Separate bridge work begins July 13

MaineDOT has announced a separate project in Bridgton beginning Monday, July 13, 2026. That work involves replacing the wearing surface on the Pondicherry Bridge on Portland Road.

MaineDOT identifies the Pondicherry Bridge as being near Main Street and Harrison Road. The Portland Road work is separate from the Cornshop Bridge replacement on Depot Street; the two projects involve different bridges and different agencies.

For people traveling through Bridgton, the timing places work at two bridge locations during July. The immediate Depot Street restriction began July 6, while the MaineDOT work on Portland Road is scheduled to begin one week later.

Residents and businesses should watch for posted directions and allow extra travel time around both affected areas. The Cornshop Bridge closure is expected to continue through Thanksgiving 2026, subject to changes caused by weather and construction conditions.