New, extended road closures announced in Columbia County

Columbia County recently announced multiple road closures that will affect traffic this week.

Closures will impact drivers who travel on North Farview Drive and Furys Ferry Road.

Here's a look at the closures and their purposes:

North Fairview Drive closure

A closure will take place on North Fairview Drive due to paving, from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. Wednesday through June 27, according to the county.

Furys Ferry Road closure

Another closure will take place on Furys Ferry Road, in front of Sullivan Hartfield Road, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Thursday through Friday, according to the county.

In addition, the county extended a road closure on Furys Ferry Road between Rivermont Drive and Culbreath Drive.

The road will remain closed from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. every day through June 28, according to the county.

The closures are associated with the roadway-widening project for Furys Ferry Road. Officials said to expect delays and seek an alternate route, if possible.

"Whenever you approach a work zone: slow down; allow extra distance between vehicles; watch for advanced warning signs; obey road crew flaggers; and expect the unexpected," according to the county. "If possible, please plan to take an alternate route and/or allow additional time for commuting during this timeframe."

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