This major widening project includes concrete pavement, drainage improvements, retaining walls, installation of lighting, guardrails, curbs and gutters, signing, striping and landscaping. However, hours may be adjusted to meet project conditions.
Drivers can expect lane closures in various sections of the work area and some delays are possible.
The speed limit is reduced to 40 mph in the construction zone. But when this project is complete, safety along U.S. 285 will be greatly improved. It is scheduled for completion in the fall of 2003. As one of the state s 28 Strategic Projects, improving US 285 is a priority due to its use as a primary traffic route through southwest Jefferson County.