Monday, October 8, 2012

Construction work on I-70, Lewis and Clark bridges complete

The Kansas Department of Transportation has announced that work on the eastbound Interstate 70 and Lewis and Clark Viaduct bridges has wrapped up.

Work began on the overlay project in late July 30. It was a two-phase project.

Here's some background on the project. Obviously, ignore the information about the lane-closings since the construction is over: 
For phase one of the project, beginning on Monday, July 30 at 9:00 a.m., eastbound I-70 will be reduced to two open lanes (two lane closed) across the Lewis and Clark Viaduct, 24/7 round the clock, throughout the project duration. Traffic will be restricted to two 11-foot lanes with a posted speed limit of 45 mph through the project work zone. As well, the ramps from Washington Boulevard eastbound I-70 and from Fairfax Avenue to eastbound I-70 will be closed will be closed during phase one work. A marked detour will be provided. Traffic will detour via Minnesota Avenue to eastbound I-70.

For phase two of the project, eastbound I-70 will be closed at 3rd Street, 24/7 round the clock, for the duration of the project. A marked detour will be provided. Traffic will detour via 3rd Street to Minnesota Avenue then back to eastbound I-70. Traffic will remain in two open lanes (two lanes closed) across the Lewis and Clark Viaduct. Traffic will continue to be restricted to two 11-foot lanes with a posted speed limit of 45 mph through the project work zone. The ramp from Washington Boulevard to eastbound I-70 will remain closed. Advance notification will be sent under separate cover when phase two of the project begins.