MILLS RIVER — A massive storm closed both directions of Interstate
26 in Polk County on the night of May 18.
The basic cleanup from that storm is complete on I-26, and the next
phase of repairs recently started. Those repairs will require occasional lane
closures from mile markers 60-63 through July to restore the road and
drainage.
Crews from Graham County Land Company will improve drainage beside
the interstate by creating larger ditches and drainage channels. They will also
repair the shoulder, install new guardrail, repave short sections of roadway and
make additional improvements as needed.
Most lane closures will be limited to off-peak hours. However, some
daytime closures will be necessary for large equipment to maneuver into position
or work on the interstate roadway.
Transportation officials urge drivers to plan for delays in this
area, obey all posted signs and drive slow through this active work zone.
Visit www.DriveNC.gov for real-time traffic information and follow NCDOT
on Twitter.
Contact: David Uchiyama
duchiyama@ncdot.gov
(828)
251-6171