The bridge across the river in downtown Lowell is being repaired. Because of this, there is only one lane of traffic in one direction on the bridge. Those traveling in the opposite direction, need to follow the detour. And, in an effort to accommodate traffic following the detour, a new traffic light has been installed.

Now, at first, this new light seemed like a good idea. But as time goes on, this new light creates problems.

The light is placed at the bottom of a hill and stops traffic that normally had the right of way. And, while this is not a problem for most drivers, it does reek havoc with the truck traffic.

For trucks that normally start their assent at 35MPH, sometimes the light makes them start their climb from a dead stop. So, for some trucks, it might take them 5 minutes to make the 1/4 mile stretch up the hill.

This, of course, plugs up traffic! So, the light that was supposed to improve traffic flow, actually inhibits it.

I wonder if the light will remain after the bridge work is completed?