WYDOT to Close Lane on Snake River Bridge for Staining Work Friday

The Wyoming Department of Transportation (WYDOT) will close one lane on the Snake River Bridge along Wyoming State Highway 22 from 11 p.m. on Friday, May 30, 2025, to 4 a.m. on Saturday, May 31. Traffic will alternate through a single lane at reduced speeds under flagging operations to ensure safety while crews stain the new bridge’s underside. Rising water levels prevent work from the riverbed, and warmer temperatures are required for successful completion, according to WYDOT resident engineer Bob Hammond. The closure is part of the Snake River Bridge and Intersection project, awarded in November 2022, which includes bridge replacement, intersection reconstruction at WYO 22 and WYO 390, wildlife crossings, and other improvements across 1.8 miles in Teton County, with a completion date of June 30, 2025.

Drivers should expect delays of up to 10 minutes and exercise caution around roadside workers and flaggers, though efforts will minimize wait times. Unpredictable weather may alter plans, and WYDOT will provide timely updates. For project details, including construction progress and traffic impacts, visit wy22wilsonsrb.com. Motorists are advised to plan alternate routes or allow extra travel time during the overnight closure.