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Last Verified: Nov 1, 2026 • Valid Through: Nov 15, 2026
Portsmouth, RI • Verified Civic Brief
High — see Town Council meeting records and RIDOT project updates regarding East Main Road and Turnpike Avenue improvements
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Plans to construct a roundabout at the intersection of East Main Road and Turnpike Avenue have been paused following substantial resident opposition and debates among the Portsmouth Town Council and RIDOT.
Citizen Inquiry: "are they putting in a roundabout on East Main Rd? I thought they reversed the decision. Give me the latest"
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"A controversial construction project is on pause after residents pushed back against plans to build a roundabout at East Main Road and Turnpike Avenue."
State Highway & Municipal Roadway Infrastructure
| Requirement / Metric | Municipal Standard | Ordinance Caveat & Scope |
|---|---|---|
| Project Location | East Main Road (Route 138) & Turnpike Avenue | Near Clements' Marketplace |
| Current Project Status | Paused | On hold following community feedback and Town Council deliberations |
| Lead Agency | Rhode Island Department of Transportation (RIDOT) | Financed, designed, and built in coordination with the Town |
Official Code Citation: Portsmouth Town Council Agendas / RIDOT STIP East Main Road Project
📋 Verify Before You Act: Questions for Portsmouth, RI Town Hall
- Has the Town Council or RIDOT voted on an updated design alternative for the East Main Road and Turnpike Avenue intersection?
- Is the scheduled repaving and sidewalk work on East Main Road moving forward independently of the roundabout design?
- When will the next public update or hearing on East Main Road State Transportation Improvement Program (STIP) projects take place?
What Residents Need to Know
- ✔ The Rhode Island Department of Transportation (RIDOT) designed a roundabout for the East Main Road (Route 138) and Turnpike Avenue intersection near Clements' Marketplace.
- ✔ Following strong public opposition at town council meetings, construction and advancement of the roundabout proposal were paused.
- ✔ Town Council discussions included requests to pause the roundabout while proceeding with general repaving, sidewalk additions, and stormwater improvements along East Main Road.