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Construction at Route 140 & 195 Interchange in New Bedford Continues

SouthCoast drivers have another 15 months to look forward to lane shifting, detours, closed ramps, and traffic jams along the interchange at Routes 140 and 195 in New Bedford.  After about 24 months, SouthCoastToday  reports that the construction is only 55% complete.  The new target completion date is September 19, 2011.

Not only has this road work been a nuisance for commuters, but it has become dangerous for countless drivers passing through the New Bedford and Dartmouth areas.  Mass State police have not released the crash statistics related to this construction area, however they have stated that the majority of accidents at this site are caused by drivers stopping at the stop signs at the entrance ramps, inching forward, and getting rear-ended. 

A recent rear-ender accident between an automobile and an Atlas moving truck at this interchange briefly trapped 4 people and hampered mid-day traffic.    

With new ramp closures and detours everyday at this dangerous interchange, drivers need to be prepared for anything and extremely vigilant.  Practicing safe and responsible driving is the best way to avoid accidents, especially in unavoidable areas under construction.  For five helpful safety tips to help you avoid construction related car accidents just click here.

The New Bedford accident lawyers for the SouthCoast at Phillips & Garcia have successfully represented drivers from New Bedford, Fall River, Dartmouth and Taunton who have been involved in serious highway interchange and on-ramp accidents  throughout the SouthCoast.  If you have questions about a possible claim, please contact us; we’re ready to help you!

Source: SouthCoastToday.com and MassHighway

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