Motorists traveling on Ponus Ridge near the northwest corner of town will need to take extra precautions between Clearview Lane and Rippowam Road this week, as officials close one lane of traffic there for bridge maintenance work.
According to a notice posted to the town’s website by the New Canaan Department of Public Works, a contractor starting Monday will replace the railings and guardrail on Ponus Ridge Bridge. The bridge spans a creek that crosses under the road from Collins Pond and feeds the Rippowam River (which flows south through downtown Stamford and feeds the Long Island Sound near Southfield Point).
“During construction one lane on the bridge will be closed,” the notice says. “The lane closure will remain in effect overnight during the duration of the project, which is expected to last one week.”
DPW officials will place warning signs on both approaches and stop signs at each end of the bridge. Motorists will alternate driving over it.
For more information, phone the DPW at 203-594-3054.
Here’s a map that shows the area we’re talking about: