Advisories
Lynn Water & Sewer Commission - Hydrant Flushing Program
The Lynn Water and Sewer Commission will conduct its Hydrant Flushing Program in May from 6:00PM to 10:00PM.
Rusty and dirty water may be experienced for a short time during and after flushing. If the water appears dirty, leaving the tap on for several minutes following flushing should clear the pipes.
This program is necessary to clean the distribution system of residual materials that normally settle out in the mains during the year to ensure the delivery of better-quality water during the coming summer months.
To view the full schedule, click here.
MassDOT Northern Strand Construction Schedule
To view the schedule for the Northern Strand construction happening in the City of Lynn and Town of Nahant, click here.
MassDOT Construction - Extended Closure of Navigational Channel
The Massachusetts Department of Transportation (MassDOT) is announcing the United States Coast Guard (USCG) granted an extension of the temporary channel closure along the Saugus River where marine vessels will not have full access to travel under the Route 107 bridge to the Lynn or Saugus harbors. The channel closure, which went into effect on Tuesday, February 6, will remain in place as a partial closure through Wednesday, May 15 and is necessary to allow crews to safely and effectively install the new bascule bridge across the navigational channel.
While the work proceeds, the bascule span of the new bridge will be in the closed position. The clearance beneath the new span is approximately 16 feet above mean low water. Beginning on May 1, vessels able to safely navigate beneath the new bridge span without an opening will be free to do so upon communication with support vessels and the bridge tender. Mariners must request an opening of the temporary bridge from the bridge operator if needed for safe passage.
The channel closure will have no impact on pedestrian or vehicular travel along Route 107.
This work is part of a $99.3 million drawbridge replacement project. The project is currently expected to be completed in March 2026.
Drivers traveling through the affected areas should expect delays, reduce speed, and use caution. Appropriate signage, law enforcement details, and advanced message boards will be in place to guide drivers through the work area.
All scheduled work is weather dependent and/or may be impacted due to an emergency.