Saskatoon prepares for days of detours as University Bridge closes

Monday morning will be the first test for rush-hour commuters travelling across the city with one less option for crossing the river.

The University Bridge closed at 7 a.m. CST on Sunday morning, and will remain shut to general traffic until the end of August.

• What routes to take when University Bridge closes

The city is asking drivers to avoid the nearby Broadway Bridge unless absolutely necessary. The city is also encouraging commuters to make their way on foot, bicycle or bus.

Saskatoon Transit still has access to the bridge, as do emergency vehicles.

Pedestrians and cyclists canalso use the sidewalk lane of the University Bridge. However,cyclists must yield to pedestrians and dismountif passing a pedestrian heading in the same direction.

Saskatoon Morning will check inwith reporters out in traffic on Monday to help you understand where any bottlenecks might arise.

If you see any noteworthy traffic occurrences,call us in studio at 306-956-7444 or Tweet @cbcsaskatoon.

CBC's Dan Zakreski and Eric Anderson were reporting live on the traffic situation this morning. Viewtheir tweets below.