Crews continue to install barrier wall on I-70 to provide protection for crews during construction. Demolition and utility work are also scheduled over the next week.
Drivers can expect the following traffic impacts as work progresses:
Sunday, June 1 (7:30 a.m. to 9 a.m. for relocation of overhead power lines)
- Rolling slowdown on eastbound I-70 from Centerville Road to Union Pike
- Rolling slowdown on westbound I-70 from S.R. 227 to Union Pike
- Ramp from northbound U.S. 35 to eastbound I-70 closed
- Ramp from southbound U.S. 27 to westbound I-70 closed
Monday, June 2 (8 p.m. to 7 a.m. to move construction equipment)
- Overnight lane closure on westbound I-70 from U.S. 27 to Union Pike
- Rolling slowdown on westbound I-70 from S.R. 227 to Union Pike
- Short-term closure of ramp from southbound U.S. 27 to westbound I-70 closed
Monday, June 2 through Sunday, June 8 (8 p.m. to 7 a.m. to install barrier wall)
- Overnight lane closure on westbound I-70 from Smyrna Road to U.S. 27
All closures and restrictions are weather dependent.
Construction Speed Limit Now Active
The construction zone speed limit is now 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.