Traffic

Heavy traffic expected on I-70 west during bridge replacement

Indiana will begin work on a bridge replacement for I-70 westbound approximately 3 miles west of the Ohio State line today.

The construction will reduce westbound I-70 to one lane starting today until around September 22. Traffic congestion will back up into Preble County with potentially ten miles of reduced speeds and long delays.

A detour has been established that directs traffic north on US-127 to west US-36 and south US 27 back to I-70.

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The Ohio State Highway Patrol, Indiana State Police, Preble County Sheriff’s Department, Wayne County Sheriff’s Department and Richmond Police Department all stress the need for patience and safe driving during this project.

If you have an alternate route available it may be best to avoid the area. Please allow for extra time if you are traveling on I-70 west from Ohio to Indiana.

All agencies remind drivers to plan ahead, follow the vehicle in front of you at a safe distance and wear your seatbelt.

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