South Bend, IN – Drivers in St. Joseph County should prepare for delays as lane closures are set to begin Wednesday along a busy stretch of State Road 23.
According to INDOT Northwest, the closures will impact State Road 23 between Wolf Street in North Liberty and Olive Street/Locust Road in South Bend starting Wednesday. Traffic will be reduced to one lane in areas where crews are actively working, with flaggers directing vehicles through the construction zones.
The project focuses on road resurfacing, with some widening work planned along portions of the corridor. Officials said the resurfacing effort is expected to continue through late November, making this a long-term traffic concern for daily commuters and commercial drivers alike.
In addition to resurfacing, a small structure replacement project is also scheduled within the same stretch, specifically between U.S. 20/31 and Ireland Road. This phase of construction will require a full closure of State Road 23, currently expected to begin in late May.
During that closure, drivers will be detoured using U.S. 20/31, U.S. 31, and State Road 4. Transportation officials urge motorists to plan ahead, allow extra travel time, and remain cautious when traveling through work zones.
The improvements are part of ongoing efforts to enhance road conditions and safety in northern Indiana. However, in the short term, the construction is expected to significantly impact traffic flow in and around South Bend and North Liberty.
Drivers are encouraged to stay updated on construction progress and any potential changes to the schedule through INDOT alerts and local traffic updates.
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