Richmond, IN – Drivers traveling westbound on Interstate 70 near Richmond are seeing delays today after a lane closure was put in place for emergency road repairs.
According to Indiana State Police Pendleton, the left lane of I-70 westbound near the 151-mile marker (Richmond Exit) is currently closed while INDOT crews work to repair multiple potholes in the roadway. The closure was reported Tuesday afternoon and remains active as crews continue maintenance.
Officials say motorists should slow down, move over for workers, and be prepared for possible traffic backups, especially during peak travel hours. Drivers are also encouraged to use alternate routes if available and allow extra travel time when heading through Wayne County.
The affected stretch of I-70 runs through Wayne County in eastern Indiana, near the Ohio state line and the Richmond metro area, a key corridor for commuters and cross-state traffic. Even short-term lane closures in this area can quickly lead to congestion due to steady truck and commuter volume.
No estimated time has been announced for when the lane will reopen. INDOT crews are working to improve roadway conditions as quickly and safely as possible, weather permitting.
Motorists should continue to monitor local traffic updates and obey all posted signage in the work zone. Police remind drivers that work zone violations can result in fines and penalties.
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