MONTGOMERY COUNTY — Correction: A previous version of this story incorrectly stated the ramp closure would begin on May 19. An ODOT spokesperson clarified that the closure has been adjusted to start on May 27. The story has been corrected to reflect this.
Drivers will deal with a major road closure next week.
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The ramp from Interstate 70 to State Route 235 will be closed May 27 so crews can expand the road.
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This is to help with the construction of the new Buc-ee’s in that area.
This road project is happening while crews finish construction on the Buc-ee’s gas station that will feature 120 gas pumps and a convenience store.
City officials said they need more room on the road for extra traffic.
Fletcher said the first Buc-ee’s location here in Ohio is expected to draw a lot of attention in Huber Heights. This project is so crews can expand the ramp leading to the gas station out to two lanes.
They will add a stoplight to control additional traffic.
While the ramp from I-70 Westbound to State Route 235 is closed, drivers are told to exit off Brandt Pike.
One driver told News Center 7 that he knows how busy the road will be when Buc-ee’s opens.
“Half a mile, quarter mile backed up on the interstate, both directions. Just like it was in Smith Grove, Kentucky, last year,” said Marvin Slater.
He said the detours will add about 15 minutes to his morning commute.
The ramp will reopen on June 3.
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