Expect delays while traffic is crossed over the median
From midnight Tuesday mornings to Friday mornings for the next several weeks, crews will close two lanes of U.S. 26 for paving. During these lane closures, traffic will share one side of the highway, meaning both eastbound and westbound traffic will travel on the same side of the cable median.
During this time travelers can expect regular delays. Flaggers will be stationed at each of the intersections within the project area and will stop traffic to allow people to turn in or out of these intersections when necessary.
About the project
This section of U.S. 26 is part of a widely used corridor and a significant route for freight, recreation and nearby communities. The pavement in the project area is in need of resurfacing and other upgrades to maintain smooth, safe travel through the area before further deterioration requires full reconstruction.
This project will repave 2.1 miles of U.S. 26 in both directions between Weber Road and East Cherryville Drive and replace approximately 10,000 feet of guardrail, upgrade 8,000 feet of median cable barrier and replace signs, striping and rumble strips in the area to maintain safe travel.
Typical traffic impacts
Traffic impacts throughout the project will include single lane, double lane and shoulder closures on U.S. 26 both day and night. Travelers should expect up to 20 minute delays at times. There will generally be no lane closures during daytime hours from Friday morning to Sunday afternoon to accommodate weekend traffic. People biking, walking or rolling on U.S. 26 will use a signed detour on Cherryville Drive and Baty Lane through the project area.
Project schedule
Work began on this project in June and we expect to complete the work by the end of 2021.
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