ITHACA, N.Y. (WHCU) – The South Albany Street bridge is set to close for more than 7 months.

Crews will begin a project to replace the existing bridge on Monday, May 15, 2023. In addition to car lanes, the new structure will have bike paths and eight-foot sidewalks on both sides. The bridge will remain closed for the duration of the work. Signage will be put up to divert traffic along Wood Street, South Plain Street, and West Clinton Street. The project has an expected completion date of December 31, 2023.