Overnight Ramp Closures Scheduled at Multiple Turnpike Locations Starting July 20

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE July 18, 2025

Erin Courtney 513-2982 ecourtney@maineturnpike.com

Overnight Ramp Closures Scheduled at Multiple Turnpike Locations Starting July 20

PORTLAND, Maine – Maine Turnpike Authority (MTA) is advising motorists of a series of overnight ramp closures beginning Sunday, July 20, at various interchanges along the Turnpike. These closures are necessary to complete paving projects in Wells and the Portland area, and the ongoing construction of Exit 35 in Saco.

All work is weather dependent and schedules may shift. Motorists are urged to follow electronic signs on the highway and check MTA’s social media for updates.

Scheduled Ramp Closures

Sunday, July 20

• Exit 19 (Wells) – Southbound ON and OFF closed 10PM to 5AM
• Exit 47 (Portland) – Northbound ON closed  9PM to 5AM

Monday, July 21

• Exit 19 (Wells) – Southbound ON and OFF closed 10PM to 5AM
• Exit 36 (Saco) – Northbound ON and OFF closed  11PM to 5AM
• Exit 48 (Portland) – Northbound OFF  closed  9PM to 5AM

Tuesday, July 22

• Exit 19 (Wells) – Rain date if needed for previous closures
• Exit 36 (Saco) – Southbound OFF closed  11PM to 5AM
• Exit 48 (Portland) – Northbound ON closed 9PM to 5AM
• Exit 53 (Falmouth) – Southbound OFF closed  9PM to 5AM

Wednesday, July 23

• Exit 53 (Falmouth) – Southbound ON closed  9PM to 5AM

Thursday, July 24

• Exit 52 (Falmouth) – Southbound OFF  closed 9PM to 5AM