Local Traffic Alert: Bridge Repairs on I-29 near Elk Point Set to Start March 18

Bridge repair work will begin on Interstate 29 at exit 18 near Elk Point, South Dakota, on March 18, 2024. The project includes approach pavement repair, bridge deck replacement, bridge deck chip seal, and berm protection. It will also impact the Interstate railroad bridges north of exit 18. Motorists should anticipate delays due to lane closures and reduced speed limits.

This work is part of a larger project planned for later in the summer on the overpass at exit one near Dakota Dunes. Journey Group Companies of Sioux Falls, SD, is carrying out the work at a cost of $4.5 million.

The South Dakota Department of Transportation (SDDOT) is supervising the project, with completion expected by November 1, 2024. The SDDOT aims to provide a safe and efficient public transportation system.

For updates on road and weather conditions, road closures, construction work zones, commercial vehicle restrictions, and traffic incidents, the public can visit https://sd511.org or dial 511. Additional information about the SDDOT is available at https://dot.sd.gov.

The bridge work on Interstate 29 aims to enhance the safety and efficiency of the local transportation system. Motorists are advised to be cautious and patient during the construction period.

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