A temporary bridge over the Saugus River has been shut down for emergency repairs. The Massachusetts Department of Transportation said a field inspection revealed cracking on bridge deck panel assemblies.

The Route 107 bridge connects Saugus and Lynn. It was closed to traffic at about 7 p.m. Wednesday night and detours are now in place.

According to MassDOT, "several deck panel assemblies were identified that require replacement."

Further inspections will continue on Thursday to determine the extent of the necessary deck panel assembly replacements. A timeline for the repairs has not been finalized.

The drawbridge will remain open for marine traffic. Sidewalks on the bridge are open to bicyclists and pedestrians.

Detours in place for bridge closure

Northbound traffic on Route 107 wil

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