The James River Bridge will be fully closed on two separate instances between Nov. 15 and Feb. 15 – with exact times yet to be announced – and shipbuilders who commute via the bridge will have to find alternate routes during these times.

In each case, the bridge will be closed for a 100-hour period that will include a weekend, but will also extend into the regular work week.

Newport News Shipbuilding is maintaining close contact with the Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT) and will announce the two closure times as soon as the information is available.

The closures are needed so workers can replace wire ropes on the moveable bridge. It is part of an overall maintenance program to keep the bridge in good operating condition.

VDOT is posting regular updates on the project website. Text MOTORIST to 833-748-0519 for road closure updates, or sign up on the project website to receive email updates.