The North Carolina Department of Transportation said this week that it will conduct continuous lane closures on a major Beaufort County bridge over the next two years.
On Monday, crews are to begin preservation work along a portion of U.S. Highway 17 that connects Washington to Chocowinity. The 16-year-old bridge crosses over U.S. 17 Business and the Tar River.
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This preservation work is part of routine maintenance to maximize the lifespan of the structure, officials noted in the announcement.
Crews are to begin by altering the existing pavement markings. Once installed, the inside lanes in both directions will close first, leaving the outside lanes open to traffic. Once interior lane work is completed, the outside lanes will close and the inside lanes will open to traffic.
Through traffic will be maintained for the duration of the project, officials said. Work is expected to last until summer 2028.
Drivers should use caution when traveling through the work zone and plan for increased travel times.
You can get real-time travel information at DriveNC.gov or by following NCDOT on social media.
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