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<strong style="font-weight: bold;">Official Name:</strong> Claiborne Pell Newport Bridge<br>
<strong style="font-weight: bold;">Type:</strong> Suspension bridge (longest in New England)<br>
<strong style="font-weight: bold;">Length:</strong> 11,247 feet (3,428 meters) total<br>
<strong style="font-weight: bold;">Main Span:</strong> 1,601 feet (488 meters)<br>
<strong style="font-weight: bold;">Opened:</strong> June 28, 1969<br>
<strong style="font-weight: bold;">Route:</strong> Rhode Island Route 138<br>
<strong style="font-weight: bold;">Connects:</strong> Newport (Aquidneck Island) to Jamestown (Conanicut Island)<br>
<strong style="font-weight: bold;">Operator:</strong> Rhode Island Turnpike and Bridge Authority (RITBA)
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<p style="font-size: 16px; color: #202122; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; line-height: 1.6; margin: 8px 0;">The Newport Pell Bridge is Rhode Island's only toll facility, operating with all-electronic tolling since October 2021. Toll rates vary significantly based on residency status and payment method.</p>

<h3 style="font-size: 20px; font-weight: bold; color: #202122; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; margin: 20px 0 10px 0;">Current Toll Rates by Vehicle Type (2025)</h3>

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<th style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; text-align: left; font-weight: bold; color: #ffffff !important; background: #555555 !important;">Vehicle Type</th>
<th style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; text-align: left; font-weight: bold; color: #ffffff !important; background: #555555 !important;">RI Resident E-ZPass</th>
<th style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; text-align: left; font-weight: bold; color: #ffffff !important; background: #555555 !important;">Non-Resident E-ZPass</th>
<th style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; text-align: left; font-weight: bold; color: #ffffff !important; background: #555555 !important;">Bill by Mail</th>
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<td style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; background: #f5f7fa;">Passenger Car (2 axles)</td>
<td style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; background: #f5f7fa;">$0.83</td>
<td style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; background: #f5f7fa;">$4.00</td>
<td style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; background: #f5f7fa;">$6.00</td>
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<td style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; background: #ffffff;">Motorcycle</td>
<td style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; background: #ffffff;">$0.83</td>
<td style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; background: #ffffff;">$4.00</td>
<td style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; background: #ffffff;">$6.00</td>
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<td style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; background: #f5f7fa;">3-Axle Vehicle</td>
<td style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; background: #f5f7fa;">$6.00</td>
<td style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; background: #f5f7fa;">$6.00</td>
<td style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; background: #f5f7fa;">$9.00</td>
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<td style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; background: #ffffff;">4-Axle Vehicle</td>
<td style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; background: #ffffff;">$8.00</td>
<td style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; background: #ffffff;">$8.00</td>
<td style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; background: #ffffff;">$12.00</td>
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<td style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; background: #f5f7fa;">5+ Axle Vehicle</td>
<td style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; background: #f5f7fa;">$10.00</td>
<td style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; background: #f5f7fa;">$10.00</td>
<td style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; background: #f5f7fa;">$15.00</td>
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<h3 style="font-size: 20px; font-weight: bold; color: #202122; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; margin: 20px 0 10px 0;">Resident Discount Requirements</h3>

<p style="font-size: 16px; color: #202122; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; line-height: 1.6; margin: 8px 0;">To qualify for the $0.83 Rhode Island resident rate:</p>
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<li>Must use RITBA-issued E-ZPass transponder</li>
<li>Vehicle must be registered in Rhode Island</li>
<li>Vehicle must be under 7,000 lbs. gross vehicle weight</li>
<li>Must enroll in RI Resident Discount Plan</li>
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<p style="font-size: 16px; color: #202122; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; line-height: 1.6; margin: 8px 0;">The Newport Pell Bridge operates with all-electronic tolling. No cash is accepted at the bridge.</p>

<p style="font-size: 16px; color: #202122; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; line-height: 1.6; margin: 10px 0;"><strong style="font-weight: bold;">1. E-ZPass Electronic Payment:</strong></p>
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<li>RITBA E-ZPass: Best rates for Rhode Island residents</li>
<li>Out-of-state E-ZPass: Works but at non-resident rates</li>
<li>Open road tolling at up to 45 mph</li>
<li>Automatic account deduction</li>
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<p style="font-size: 16px; color: #202122; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; line-height: 1.6; margin: 10px 0;"><strong style="font-weight: bold;">2. Bill by Mail (License Plate Recognition):</strong></p>
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<li>Automatic photography of license plate</li>
<li>Invoice mailed to registered owner</li>
<li>Higher rates than E-ZPass</li>
<li>14-day payment window to avoid additional fees</li>
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<p style="font-size: 16px; color: #202122; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; line-height: 1.6; margin: 10px 0;"><strong style="font-weight: bold;">3. Payment Options:</strong></p>
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<li>Online: www.ezpassritba.com</li>
<li>Phone: 1-877-743-9727</li>
<li>Mail: P.O. Box 437, Jamestown, RI 02835</li>
<li>In-person: RITBA offices adjacent to toll plaza</li>
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<p style="font-size: 16px; color: #202122; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; line-height: 1.6; margin: 10px 0;">To calculate exact toll costs for your specific vehicle and route, use TollGuru's Newport Pell Bridge calculator:</p>

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<p style="font-size: 16px; color: #202122; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; line-height: 1.6; margin: 8px 0;">The Newport Pell Bridge stands as one of Rhode Island's most iconic landmarks and engineering achievements, representing decades of planning and construction.</p>

<h3 style="font-size: 20px; font-weight: bold; color: #202122; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; margin: 20px 0 10px 0;">Construction Timeline</h3>

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<td style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; background: #f5f7fa;">1934</td>
<td style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; background: #f5f7fa;">Planning Begins</td>
<td style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; background: #f5f7fa;">Initial bridge planning and feasibility studies</td>
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<td style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; background: #ffffff;">1948</td>
<td style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; background: #ffffff;">Serious Development</td>
<td style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; background: #ffffff;">Newport-Jamestown Civic Commission created</td>
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<td style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; background: #f5f7fa;">1966</td>
<td style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; background: #f5f7fa;">Construction Starts</td>
<td style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; background: #f5f7fa;">Approach piers construction begins April 5</td>
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<td style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; background: #ffffff;">1969</td>
<td style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; background: #ffffff;">Bridge Opens</td>
<td style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; background: #ffffff;">June 28 - Official opening ceremony</td>
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<td style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; background: #f5f7fa;">1992</td>
<td style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; background: #f5f7fa;">Renamed</td>
<td style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; background: #f5f7fa;">Renamed for Senator Claiborne Pell</td>
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<h3 style="font-size: 20px; font-weight: bold; color: #202122; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; margin: 20px 0 10px 0;">Construction Details</h3>

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<li><strong style="font-weight: bold;">Cost:</strong> $54.7 million (1969 dollars)</li>
<li><strong style="font-weight: bold;">Constructor:</strong> Parsons, Brinckerhoff, Quade & Douglas</li>
<li><strong style="font-weight: bold;">Construction Period:</strong> 3 years (1966-1969)</li>
<li><strong style="font-weight: bold;">Purpose:</strong> Replace ferry service between Newport and Jamestown</li>
<li><strong style="font-weight: bold;">Navy Requirements:</strong> 400-foot navigation channel, 215-foot vertical clearance</li>
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<h3 style="font-size: 20px; font-weight: bold; color: #202122; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; margin: 20px 0 10px 0;">Engineering Specifications</h3>

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<li><strong style="font-weight: bold;">Total Length:</strong> 11,247 feet (3,428 meters)</li>
<li><strong style="font-weight: bold;">Main Span:</strong> 1,601 feet (488 meters) - longest suspension bridge in New England</li>
<li><strong style="font-weight: bold;">Tower Height:</strong> 400 feet (122 meters) above water</li>
<li><strong style="font-weight: bold;">Roadway Height:</strong> 215 feet (66 meters) above water</li>
<li><strong style="font-weight: bold;">Lanes:</strong> 4 lanes (2 in each direction)</li>
<li><strong style="font-weight: bold;">Weight Ranking:</strong> 87th among world's longest suspension bridges</li>
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<h2 style="font-size: 24px; font-weight: bold; color: #202122; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; margin: 25px 0 15px 0; border-bottom: 1px solid #a2a9b1; padding-bottom: 2px;">Recent Changes & Maintenance (2025)</h2>

<p style="font-size: 16px; color: #202122; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; line-height: 1.6; margin: 10px 0;"><strong style="font-weight: bold;">Tolling System Updates:</strong></p>
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<li>All-electronic tolling fully operational since October 2021</li>
<li>Enhanced license plate recognition technology</li>
<li>Improved mobile payment options for bill-by-mail customers</li>
<li>Warning: Text message toll scams increasing - always verify at ezpassritba.com</li>
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<p style="font-size: 16px; color: #202122; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; line-height: 1.6; margin: 10px 0;"><strong style="font-weight: bold;">Infrastructure Improvements:</strong></p>
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<li>Major rehabilitation project planned with federal infrastructure funding</li>
<li>De-humidification system installation to reduce corrosion</li>
<li>Tower elevator repairs and upgrades</li>
<li>Finger joint replacements for bridge movement</li>
<li>Security camera system enhancements</li>
<li>Partial deck reconstruction extending bridge life 50-75 years</li>
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<p style="font-size: 16px; color: #202122; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; line-height: 1.6; margin: 10px 0;"><strong style="font-weight: bold;">Access Road Improvements:</strong></p>
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<li>New eastbound approach connector completed January 2023</li>
<li>Former "Bridge to Nowhere" overpass demolished April 2023</li>
<li>JT Connell Highway reconnection completed March 2023</li>
<li>Improved traffic flow to downtown Newport</li>
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<p style="font-size: 16px; color: #202122; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; line-height: 1.6; margin: 10px 0;"><strong style="font-weight: bold;">Safety Assessments:</strong></p>
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<li>Comprehensive risk assessment initiated after Baltimore bridge collapse</li>
<li>Analysis of vessel traffic patterns and waterway characteristics</li>
<li>Review of pilot practices and navigational controls</li>
<li>Main piers extend 100-150 feet below mean high water for protection</li>
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<h3 style="font-size: 20px; font-weight: bold; color: #202122; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; margin: 20px 0 10px 0;">Route & Connections</h3>

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<li><strong style="font-weight: bold;">Route:</strong> Rhode Island Route 138</li>
<li><strong style="font-weight: bold;">Newport Access:</strong> Route 238 north or Route 138 west</li>
<li><strong style="font-weight: bold;">Jamestown Access:</strong> Route 138 east or Conanicus Avenue north</li>
<li><strong style="font-weight: bold;">Mainland Connection:</strong> Continue via Jamestown Verrazzano Bridge</li>
<li><strong style="font-weight: bold;">Speed Limit:</strong> 45 mph (reduced during construction)</li>
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<h3 style="font-size: 20px; font-weight: bold; color: #202122; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; margin: 20px 0 10px 0;">Traffic Information</h3>

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<li><strong style="font-weight: bold;">Daily Traffic:</strong> Approximately 15,000 vehicles</li>
<li><strong style="font-weight: bold;">Peak Hours:</strong> Summer weekends, especially to/from Cape Cod</li>
<li><strong style="font-weight: bold;">Construction Impact:</strong> Periodic lane closures for maintenance</li>
<li><strong style="font-weight: bold;">Weather Restrictions:</strong> High wind advisories during storms</li>
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<h3 style="font-size: 20px; font-weight: bold; color: #202122; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; margin: 20px 0 10px 0;">Alternative Routes</h3>

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<li><strong style="font-weight: bold;">Northern Route:</strong> Route 195 to Route 24 through Portsmouth</li>
<li><strong style="font-weight: bold;">Time Penalty:</strong> 20-45 minutes additional travel time</li>
<li><strong style="font-weight: bold;">Ferry Service:</strong> Seasonal and limited schedule options</li>
<li><strong style="font-weight: bold;">Scenic Value:</strong> Route 138 offers superior coastal views</li>
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<h3 style="font-size: 20px; font-weight: bold; color: #202122; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; margin: 20px 0 10px 0;">Citizens Pell Bridge Run</h3>

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<li><strong style="font-weight: bold;">Annual Event:</strong> Typically held in October</li>
<li><strong style="font-weight: bold;">Distance:</strong> 4-mile run/walk across the bridge</li>
<li><strong style="font-weight: bold;">Participation:</strong> Over 40,000 runners since 2011</li>
<li><strong style="font-weight: bold;">Bridge Closure:</strong> Temporary closure to vehicle traffic during event</li>
<li><strong style="font-weight: bold;">History:</strong> First bridge run in 1980s for Save The Bay</li>
</ul>

<h3 style="font-size: 20px; font-weight: bold; color: #202122; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; margin: 20px 0 10px 0;">Photography & Tourism</h3>

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<li><strong style="font-weight: bold;">Instagram Fame:</strong> #ThatNPTBridge hashtag</li>
<li><strong style="font-weight: bold;">State Quarter:</strong> Featured on 2001 Rhode Island quarter</li>
<li><strong style="font-weight: bold;">Documentary:</strong> "The Newport Bridge: A Rhode Island Icon" (2019)</li>
<li><strong style="font-weight: bold;">50th Anniversary:</strong> Celebrated with events at Fort Adams (2019)</li>
</ul>

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<h3 style="font-size: 20px; font-weight: bold; color: #202122; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; margin: 15px 0 8px 0;">Can I walk or bike across the Newport Pell Bridge?</h3>
<p style="font-size: 16px; color: #202122; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; line-height: 1.6; margin: 8px 0;">No, pedestrians and bicycles are not permitted on the bridge for safety reasons. RIPTA bus #64 has bike racks and provides weekday/Saturday service across the bridge.</p>

<h3 style="font-size: 20px; font-weight: bold; color: #202122; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; margin: 15px 0 8px 0;">Why is the resident toll rate so much lower?</h3>
<p style="font-size: 16px; color: #202122; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; line-height: 1.6; margin: 8px 0;">The $0.83 resident rate was established to provide affordable access for locals who use the bridge regularly for work and daily activities, while non-residents pay higher rates to help fund bridge maintenance and improvements.</p>

<h3 style="font-size: 20px; font-weight: bold; color: #202122; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; margin: 15px 0 8px 0;">What happens during high winds?</h3>
<p style="font-size: 16px; color: #202122; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; line-height: 1.6; margin: 8px 0;">RITBA implements travel restrictions during severe weather, including potential closures for high-profile vehicles or complete closures during extreme conditions. Check RITBA's website or social media for current conditions.</p>

<h3 style="font-size: 20px; font-weight: bold; color: #202122; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; margin: 15px 0 8px 0;">Can I pay tolls with cash?</h3>
<p style="font-size: 16px; color: #202122; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; line-height: 1.6; margin: 8px 0;">No, all cash toll booths were permanently closed in October 2021. The bridge operates with all-electronic tolling using E-ZPass or bill-by-mail only.</p>

<h3 style="font-size: 20px; font-weight: bold; color: #202122; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; margin: 15px 0 8px 0;">How do I avoid rental car fees?</h3>
<p style="font-size: 16px; color: #202122; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; line-height: 1.6; margin: 8px 0;">Consider purchasing a temporary E-ZPass for visits longer than 2-3 days. Rental companies typically charge $3-15 daily fees plus $15+ administrative fees for each unpaid toll.</p>

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<p style="font-size: 16px; color: #202122; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; line-height: 1.6; margin: 10px 0;"><strong style="font-weight: bold;">Other RITBA Bridges (Toll-Free):</strong></p>
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<li> Jamestown Verrazzano Bridge - Connects Jamestown to mainland</li>
<li> Mount Hope Bridge - Bristol to Portsmouth, longest suspension bridge in New England until 1969</li>
<li> Sakonnet River Bridge - Tiverton to Portsmouth, toll eliminated 2013</li>
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<li> Jamestown Bridge - Original bridge demolished 2006, replaced by Verrazzano Bridge</li>
<li>[[rhode-island-toll-bridges|Rhode Island Toll Bridges]] - Complete state toll bridge system</li>
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<p style="font-size: 16px; color: #202122; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; line-height: 1.6; margin: 10px 0;"><strong style="font-weight: bold;">Rhode Island Turnpike and Bridge Authority:</strong></p>
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<li>Phone: (401) 423-0800</li>
<li>E-ZPass Support: 1-877-743-9727</li>
<li>Website: www.ritba.org</li>
<li>E-ZPass Website: www.ezpassritba.com</li>
<li>Address: P.O. Box 437, Jamestown, RI 02835</li>
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<li>Walk-in Center: Monday-Friday 9 AM - 5 PM</li>
<li>Phone Support: Monday-Friday 9 AM - 5 PM</li>
<li>Bridge Operations: 24/7</li>
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