La Porte County, IN – La Porte County officials have declared a temporary closure of the S.R. 39 Kankakee River Bridge, commencing on April 9 and anticipated to extend into early June.
According to the La Porte County Sheriff’s Office, this disruption is due to a vital bridge deck overlay project aimed at long-term infrastructure improvement. Motorists are advised to use the official detour routes via S.R. 8, U.S 35, and U.S 30 to navigate around the construction zone.
The project is part of ongoing efforts to ensure the safety and reliability of the region’s transportation network, with local authorities urging drivers to plan ahead and stay aware of the work zone for their convenience and safety.