Nighttime construction work to restrict traffic on westbound I-80 between Coralville and Iowa City beginning April 1
MANCHESTER, Iowa – March 24, 2011 – Nighttime patching and pavement marking work on westbound Interstate 80 will restrict traffic to one lane between First Avenue (exit 242) in Coralville to the Herbert Hoover Highway/Johnson County Road F-44 near Iowa City (exit 249) weeknights from 7 p.m. until 6 a.m. beginning Monday, March 28, until Friday, April 1, weather permitting, according to the Iowa Department of Transportation’s (DOT) Manchester construction office.
The Iowa DOT reminds motorists to drive with caution, obey posted speed limits, which have been reduced to 55 mph through the area, and other signs in the work area. Also, be aware that traffic fines for moving violations are at least double in work zones. As in all work zones, drivers should stay alert, allow ample space between vehicles and wear seat belts.
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Contact: Carey Lewis at 563-927-2397 or [email protected]