HILLSBOROUGH – N.C. Department of Transportation crews are set to close an off-ramp along Interstate 85 this week, weather permitting.
The off-ramp at Exit 163 from I-85 South to I-40 East will close starting tonight at 9 p.m. to allow for hauling and clearing operations. The ramp is expected to reopen by Sept. 12 at 5 a.m.
During the closure, a signed detour will direct motorists to take Exit 161 to get on the I-40 East on-ramp.
Transportation officials remind drivers to plan ahead, remain alert and obey all posted traffic signs.