~ A recent announcement from the Massachusetts Department of Transportation (MassDOT) has revealed that the Canterbury Street Bridge in Roslindale will be closed to vehicular traffic starting Friday, September 12 at 9:00 p.m. The closure is due to findings from a recent bridge inspection, which deemed it necessary for the bridge to be closed until further notice.

While pedestrian access will still be maintained, drivers are advised to follow the detour signage in place. The primary detour route will utilize Hyde Park Avenue, Cummins Highway, Rowe Street, Brown Avenue, and Seymour Street. For eastbound traffic, the detour will take drivers through Seymour Street to Brown Avenue and then onto Cummins Highway. Westbound traffic will be directed through Hyde Park Avenue to Cummins Highway and then onto Rowe Street before reaching Seymour Street.

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To avoid delays and ensure a faster return trip, the MBTA advises riders attending events in Roslindale to purchase a round-trip ticket instead of a one-way ticket. Additionally, attendees are encouraged to walk or bike to these events or take advantage of the regional bike share service, Bluebikes. Information on both Bluebikes and the MBTA can be found on their respective websites.

Drivers passing through the affected areas are reminded to reduce speed and use caution during this time. The closure of Canterbury Street Bridge may cause delays for those traveling in the area. MassDOT has not yet announced when the bridge will reopen but assures that updates will be provided as soon as possible.

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