TRAFFIC ALERT

One Eastbound Lane of I-44 Closed West of Halltown Weeks of Nov. 26-Dec. 6

What: One eastbound lane of I-44 (Mile Marker 56.8) at Turnback Creek west of Halltown closed ‘round the clock 

When: Weeks of Nov. 26 and Dec. 3 

Why: Crews repairing girders underneath the bridge and bridge wall on right side of bridge 

Traffic Impacts:

  • One eastbound lane of I-44 will remain OPEN at all times. One eastbound lane closed ‘round the clock.
  • Drivers urged to allow extra travel time due to expected congestion and traffic backups
  • Drivers urged to avoid I-44 if possible. Consider alternate routes including Route 96 and Route 174.
  • Work zone is within eight miles of another bridge project on eastbound I-44 at Pickerel Creek (64.2) where delays are occurring during higher traffic volume times 

(Weather and/or construction delays will alter the work schedule) 

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