WATCH LIVE: Preston Street rapid bridge replacement

Preston Street bridge replacement
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Beginning Thursday, July 25 at 7 p.m., Highway 417 will close in both directions through a busy stretch of Ottawa.

The highway is scheduled to reopen to regular traffic by 6 a.m. on Monday, July 29.

During this time, detours are in place helping get drivers across the city on their weekend travels. See those details here.

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While traffic may be interrupted, those interested in seeing the progress of the bridge replacement can take in all the action 24/7.

Ontario’s Ministry of Transportation has installed a camera to stream the entire project. Watch the livestream below.

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