Northbound Williamsburg Pike ramp to eastbound I-70 to close temporarily
As progress continues on the I-70 corridor, drivers can expect a few traffic changes this week. One Williamsburg Pike ramp is expected to reopen, another Williamsburg Pike ramp will close temporarily, traffic will shift at U.S. 35, and drivers will begin using a new roundabout in a temporary configuration.
Williamsburg Pike Ramp to Reopen
The northbound Williamsburg Pike ramp to westbound I-70 is scheduled to reopen on or after Wednesday, Sept. 16. During the closure, the flyover ramp from Williamsburg Pike to westbound I-70 was demolished, and crews continued building the roundabouts at the improved U.S. 35 interchange.
Drivers will also notice a shift in traffic at the Williamsburg Pike interchange. Southbound traffic at the U.S. 35 interchange will use a portion of the new roundabout in temporary configuration. Click here for information on navigating roundabouts.
Another Williamsburg Pike Ramp to Temporarily Close
The ramp from northbound Williamsburg Pike to eastbound I-70 is scheduled to close Wednesday, Sept. 16 and reopen in mid-November. A signed detour will be in place. During the closure, crews will be building the connections for the final roundabout configuration at the improved U.S. 35 interchange. Roundabouts have been proven to improve safety and traffic flow. Removing the loop ramps will eliminate the weaving movements from entrance and exit ramps.
Overnight Restrictions This Week
Overnight restrictions are needed to shift traffic this week.
Wednesday, Sept. 16 (8 p.m. Wednesday to 7 a.m. Thursday)
- Eastbound I-70 reduced to one lane from west of U.S. 35 to U.S. 27
Construction Speed Limit
The construction zone speed limit remains active on I-70. A reduced speed of 55 mph is in place for the duration of Revive I-70 work. It is important for drivers to slow down and avoid distractions in work zones.