Bridge construction closes a section of Long Island Sound for two and a half years

The US Coast Guard is creating a temporary safety zone in Long Island Sound near New Rochelle, NY. This zone will keep vessels and people away from construction on the Glen Island Approach Bridge until May 2027.

Bridge rehabilitation projects often require closing off surrounding areas to protect workers and the public. This specific closure means that a section of a busy waterway will be off-limits for an extended period. Local marine traffic, including recreational boats and commercial vessels, will need to find alternate routes or avoid the area entirely for over two years.