The Papineau-LeBlanc Bridge and part of Highway 19 will be closed this weekend

The Papineau-LeBlanc Bridge and a portion of Highway 19 will be completely closed Friday night into Monday morning for construction.

Work will begin at 10:00 p.m. and reopen at 4:30 a.m. on February 12.

The closure includes Highway 19 southbound between 440 (Jean-Noel-Lavois) and Boulevard Henri-Bourrassa.

Entrance on St. Martin Blvd. will be open.

Northbound Highway 19 will be closed between Boulevard Henri-Bourassa. and Boulevard de la Concorde.

For travel between Montreal and Laval, drivers can take the Médéric-Martin Bridge (A-15) or the Pie-IX Bridge (R-125).

The ministry advises motorists to prepare for longer journeys in the area as congestion is likely.

Operation may be delayed, extended or canceled due to weather conditions or operating restrictions.

Detours are marked with temporary signs.

The Ministry of Transport recommends consulting Québec 511 before setting off.