May 6, 2013 - Today the Niagara Falls Bridge Commission (NFBC) announced upcoming summer construction activity that will result in a series of lane closures within the Queenston Plaza. Such closures will commence in early-May and conclude in late-August. Motorists and commercial carriers are asked to take note of these scheduled closure dates below.
Lane Closures, Route Schedule, and Other Traffic Information:
During May and June, up to four (4) auto Customs Primary Inspection Lanes will be closed due to plaza construction.
During July and August, two (2) auto Customs Primary Inspection Lanes will be closed due to plaza construction.
On the evenings of August 26th, August 27th, and August 28th (between the hours of 9:00 p.m. and 7:00 a.m.), all auto traffic will be routed through adjacent commercial Customs Primary Inspection Lanes.
Motorists and commercial carriers should anticipate traffic barrier placements and reduced speeds within the Queenston Plaza during these times.
The Queenston Plaza Duty Free Store will remain fully open.
Closure dates and times are subject to change.
This construction activity includes the final set of enhancements to the state-of-the-art Queenston Plaza facility, and is designed to increase security and facilitate the flow of traffic and commerce between Canada and the United States at the Lewiston Queenston Bridge crossing.
The NFBC appreciates the patience and understanding of all motorists, passengers, and commercial carriers during the scheduled lane closure times.
