State of Delaware Department of Transportation
10/02/2025 | Press release | Distributed by Public on 10/02/2025 09:27
TRAFFIC ALERT - Sussex County - Rehoboth Avenue Bridge Painting Project
Rehoboth Avenue Bridge Painting Project
Rehoboth Beach - The Delaware Department of Transportation (DelDOT) will begin work on the Rehoboth Avenue (SR 1A) Bridge over the Lewes-Rehoboth Canal on Friday, October 17, 2025, as part of a statewide bridge painting program. Lane shifts and lane closures on Rehoboth Avenue are permitted to occur while work takes place Monday through Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. until early 2026 (weather permitting)
Beginning October 17, Canal Street will be closed.
Detour - Eastbound motorists will enter the circle on SR-1A Rehoboth Ave, exit right onto Grove St, turn right onto 6th St, and arrive at Canal St.
Northbound motorists will turn right onto 6th St, left onto Grove St and arrive at SR-1A Rehoboth Ave.
Bicyclists may use travel lanes where "Bike in Lane" signs are posted. A flagger will be provided for pedestrians when sidewalks are actively blocked, and at the end of each day's operation the pedestrian facility will be reopened and unrestricted.
Motorists are reminded to use caution in the work zone and plan for minor travel delays.
For more information, visit DelDOT's website at www.deldot.gov or tune to WTMC-AM 1380.
Rehoboth Beach - The Delaware Department of Transportation (DelDOT) will begin work on the Rehoboth Avenue (SR 1A) Bridge over the Lewes-Rehoboth Canal on Friday, October 17, 2025, as part of a statewide bridge painting program. Lane shifts and lane closures on Rehoboth Avenue are permitted to occur while work takes place Monday through Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. until early 2026 (weather permitting)
Beginning October 17, Canal Street will be closed.
Detour - Eastbound motorists will enter the circle on SR-1A Rehoboth Ave, exit right onto Grove St, turn right onto 6th St, and arrive at Canal St.
Northbound motorists will turn right onto 6th St, left onto Grove St and arrive at SR-1A Rehoboth Ave.
Bicyclists may use travel lanes where "Bike in Lane" signs are posted. A flagger will be provided for pedestrians when sidewalks are actively blocked, and at the end of each day's operation the pedestrian facility will be reopened and unrestricted.
Motorists are reminded to use caution in the work zone and plan for minor travel delays.
For more information, visit DelDOT's website at www.deldot.gov or tune to WTMC-AM 1380.
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