In order for crews to set concrete barriers that will allow them to safely work on a project that will widen the bridge by some 20 feet over the next 8 months, we need to close the bridge on U.S. Highway 87, also called Main Street. Crews will begin closing the road at 9 p.m. and have things opened up again by 5 a.m. tomorrow morning.
Crews will also have alternating lanes closed between East Blanco to Highland while they set up their various work stations. Drivers who wish to avoid the activity altogether may get around the mess using the traditional "parade detour". If you don't happen to be a local, here's a look:
So, if you're heading north on Main Street, you'll take a right onto River Road (Highway 46) and then take a left on Esser, then a left on RM 474 at Boerne High School. You'll end up right back on Main Street. If you're headed south, you'll need to take a right onto San Antonio Avenue, a left onto South School Street and another left on West Hosack Road. That should get you where you need to go.
Truthfully, most of those driving these routes should be locals. The bridge won't be closed until late this evening, and it will be open well before the morning commute begins.
Just be aware, and know for the next eight months you'll be seeing construction activity at the bridge. These closures won't be frequent, but when they do happen we'll do our best to let you know about them.