MaineDOT Reopens Ferry Point Bridge in Calais Weeks Ahead of Schedule
CALAIS – November 10, 2026 – The Maine Department of Transportation (MaineDOT) reopened the Ferry Point Bridge on November 5, three weeks ahead of schedule following bridge rehabilitation work. The international crossing spans the St. Croix River and connects Calais, Maine, with St. Stephen, New Brunswick.
The work was expected to require a six-week closure. Close coordination between the design team and construction crews allowed the bridge to reopen early.
Crews replaced the end portion of the bridge deck and reset the bridge joint on the Maine side of the crossing.
With a future capital replacement project planned, the team focused on repairs designed to meet the bridge’s needs for its remaining service life.
Although the bridge has reopened, crews continue to repair the bridge abutment. A firm completion date for the remaining work has not yet been established. The schedule depends on several factors, including weather conditions and scheduling constraints. As crews complete the remaining work, MaineDOT’s focus remains on supporting safe, reliable travel across the Ferry Point Bridge.