As part of the railroad crossing improvement project in West Redding, Long Ridge Road will be closed to through traffic for several weeks, starting next month.  The closure will be from July 19th through August 5th.  Railroad service will be suspended from July 19th through 22nd and again from July 26th through August 5th as part of this project. The track work will go 24 hours a day during the train service suspension period. Simpaug Turnpike will remain open during this phase of construction.  Redding Police ask that drivers be patient and plan travel accordingly. Detour signs will be posted.