ASHEVILLE – A contractor for the N.C. Department of Transportation will utilize overnight closures of Interstate 26 four nights this week to safely conduct a variety of operations in Henderson County.
On Monday through Wednesday nights, I-26 East from Airport Road (Exit 40) to U.S. 25 Business (Exit 44) will close no earlier than 8 p.m. and open again by 6 a.m. so crews can build sign foundations, cut and seal pavement, and conduct other construction operations.
The marked detour will direct drivers on Airport Road (N.C. 280) to Hendersonville Road (U.S. 25) South rejoin I-26. The detour will include longer green lights to accommodate additional traffic from the interstate.
Pending weather on Thursday night, I-26 West from U.S. 25 Business (Exit 44) to Airport (Exit 40) will close no earlier than 8 p.m. and reopen by 6 a.m. so crews can apply pavement markings.
The marked detour will direct drivers on U.S. 25 Business (Asheville Highway) to Airport Road (N.C. 280) to rejoin I-26. This detour will also include longer green lights to accommodate additional traffic.
These operations are part of the I-26 Widening project which will reduce congestion and improve travel times upon completion. The Henderson County portion of the widening work remains on schedule for completion this fall.
Drivers should remain alert, avoid distractions and obey all posted signs in the work zone.