Bridge painting work to impact I-94 near Porter
PORTER COUNTY, Ind. - Indiana Department of Transportation contractor F.H. Paschen, S.N. Nielsen & Associates LLC will begin a bridge painting project on I-94 between U.S. 20 and State Road 49 on or after Wednesday, May 11.
Work will begin in the eastbound direction, with lanes shifted toward the median and three lanes open to traffic through the work zone. When eastbound is complete, work will flip to the westbound side with lane shifts and three lanes open through the work zone. Each direction will take approximately three weeks to complete, and work will wrap up in late June.
Overnight lane closures will be utilized to set up, modify and remove the lane shifts through this work zone. Motorists should be prepared for overnight lane closures, as well as changing traffic patterns in the area.
Painting is one of many preservation techniques utilized by INDOT to extend the life of bridge structures. Prior to painting, beams and other components are sandblasted to remove existing rust and the new coat of paint acts as a sealant to protect from water, salt and other chemicals that may cause corrosion.
INDOT encourages drivers to allow extra time when driving through this area and follow traffic directions carefully. Motorists should slow down, exercise caution and drive distraction-free through all work zones.
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