The R.I. Turnpike and Bridge Authority now says that newly announced weight restrictions on the Mt. Hope Bridge will only apply to a portion of vehicles.
PROVIDENCE - The R.I. Turnpike and Bridge Authority said Jan. 6 that previous changes announced on weight limits allowable over the Mt. Hope Bridge would only apply to “certain” vehicles with six or more axles. RITBA spokesperson Cara Cromwell said the restrictions will only apply to two classes of specialized hauling vehicles, including the six-axle “SU6” and seven-axle…