Part of Center Street in Bristol was closed because of a road hazard at the railroad crossing and reopened around 9:30 a.m.
Center Street was closed between North Main Street and Summer Street.
Police said the Department of Public Works was working with CSX/ Pan Am Railways for repairs to have the roadway reopened quickly.
Drivers were asked to find an alternative route while the road was closed.
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Access to the businesses, factories and Prospect Methodist Church was still available on Center Street by Summer Street during the closure, police said.
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