Busy Highway Stretch near Downtown San Antonio to Close for Construction
San Antonio – A section of a busy highway near downtown San Antonio is to close for major construction work causing potential disruptions for the city’s motorists. The Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) announced that repairs on bridge joints on the westbound lanes of the Interstate 10 (I-10) between West Popular Street and Fulton Avenue have commenced. This work will necessitate the complete closure of the left two upper-level lanes of this stretch till June 30.
Construction Details and Alternatives
The construction activity, which started on Tuesday, will repair two bridge joints on the upper level lanes of I-10. The area affected lies in the city’s arterial network, North from downtown San Antonio. As per the state’s traffic impacts map and TxDOT’s advisories, both upper-level left lanes are to remain closed through the end of June. Given the amount of work expected, drivers are recommended to alternatively use the lower highway level until the construction work is completed.
Impact on Daily Commuters
However, this is not good news for commuters who use this thoroughfare daily. They are already familiar with the slow crawl on this stretch, especially during peak hours. Indeed, traffic was backed up late on Tuesday morning as these necessary construction activities got underway. Considering that this comes just as summer vacation kicks off, the project’s timing will no doubt increase headaches for families planning out-of-town trips and day outings.
Extended Construction Period
Indeed, even after the completion of the current construction task, additional repairs are anticipated, which will require more lane closures. After the completion of the work on the left two upper-level lanes, TxDOT plans to commence repairs on the right two upper-level lanes. This suggests that delays and traffic snarls on this part of I-10 North from downtown could extend well into the summer.
Be Prepared
As drivers gear up to face this period of inconvenience, transportation officials are urging them to plan their routes in advance and allow for extra time to reach their destinations. Officials have also promised to keep the public updated on construction progress and lane re-openings. A reminder to all motorists – patience is probably the best tool to have in your driving kit over the next several weeks!
Stay Safe, Stay Informed
Keep informed about road closures and construction on I-10 west and plan your commutes accordingly. It may be a long summer for those who regularly travel I-10 north of downtown San Antonio, so keep abreast of updates to ensure smooth and safe travels. Remember, safe driving is no accident. Do your part by staying informed, planning ahead, and driving responsibly.
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