Interstate 80, (Brian Neben, Central Nebraska Today)
OGALLALA — Weather permitting, work will continue April 14 on Interstate 80 (I-80), from reference post 125.64 to reference post 132.89, according to the Nebraska Department of Transportation.
W.W. Clyde of Englewood, Colo., is the contractor for this project. I-80 between Ogallala and Roscoe will be transitioned into two-lane, two-way traffic in the westbound lanes with a single lane in each direction on April 14.
Eastbound traffic will utilize a median crossover to access the westbound lanes. Temporary ramps will be utilized for eastbound traffic to access Exit 126 (Ogallala/Grant). An 11-foot width restriction will be in effect and the speed limit will be reduced to 65 mph. Traffic phasing is required for the replacement of existing pavement in the eastbound lanes. The two-lane, two-way traffic is anticipated to remain in effect
until late Oct. 2025.
The purpose of this project is to preserve the transportation asset, improve the reliability of the transportation system and perpetuate the mobility of the traveling public.
Motorists are reminded to drive cautiously in and near work zones, to buckle up, and to put phones down.
