Route 6/105 work to start Nov. 2 in Marion
MassDOT and contractor Lawrence Lynch Corp. will begin safety upgrades at the Route 6 and Route 105 intersection in Marion on Nov. 2, 2026, including new wheelchair ramps, repaving and a signal change to add a left turn from Route 6 onto Route 105.
The Town of Marion announced Oct. 29 that the Massachusetts Department of Transportation, through contractor Lawrence Lynch Corp., is expected to begin safety improvements at the intersection of Route 6 and Route 105 on Monday, Nov. 2, 2026.
The work includes installing new wheelchair ramps, milling and overlay, new pavement, and modifying the existing traffic signal to create a left turn from Route 6 onto Route 105. Crews will work between 7 a.m. and 3 p.m., though the schedule and completion date are subject to change due to weather or unforeseen circumstances.
The town said every effort will be made to minimize inconvenience to residents and motorists, but drivers should expect delays while traveling through the construction area and are encouraged to seek alternate routes. Motorists are also urged to slow down and use caution near the work zone.
Questions can be directed to the MassDOT District 5 Construction Office at (508) 884-4281, Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., or the Marion Department of Public Works at (508) 748-3540, Monday through Friday from 7 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. For emergencies outside regular DPW office hours, residents can contact the Marion Police Department at (508) 748-1212, which will relay concerns to the appropriate town department.
Source: Town of Marion announcement, October 29, 2026.
Checked against the record: before publication this article was automatically compared with the original announcement.
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