The Leland Avenue bridge over the Barge Canal in North Utica is closed in both directions, while Leland Avenue is closed between Wurz Avenue and the I-790 exit Ramps.

The New York State Department of Transportation says crews are currently performing repairs to the bridge joint.

The DOT says repair work will continue 24/7 and is expected to be completed, with the bridge and road re-opening in the next 24 to 48 hours.

Traffic is being re-routed over Wurz Ave and North Genesee Street.

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