South Bend, IN – Drivers in St. Joseph County will face two scheduled ramp closures this month as highway lighting work continues at the U.S. 20/31 and U.S. 31 interchange, according to the Indiana Department of Transportation (INDOT).
The ramp from U.S. 20/31 eastbound to U.S. 31 southbound is set to close twice for one day each: on or around Monday, September 15, and again on or around Thursday, September 25. INDOT officials noted the closures are necessary for ongoing lighting improvements at the interchange.
According to INDOT, the project will also require intermittent lane closures and shoulder closures throughout the work zone. Drivers should expect shifting traffic patterns and possible delays during the construction period.
The lighting upgrades are part of a larger safety improvement effort across northern Indiana highways. INDOT stated the work is weather dependent and the schedule may change if conditions delay progress.
The project is expected to continue through early October, with additional short-term closures possible until completion. Motorists traveling near South Bend and throughout St. Joseph County are advised to allow extra time and consider alternate routes on closure days.
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