Paving began the week of April 9 on the eastbound lanes. During the week of April 16 paving will take place in both east and westbound directions each day, finishing up the eastbound lanes on the eastern end of the project and starting to pave westbound from the east end of the project . Later in the month paving will be done in both directions between Mosier and Shogren. Once the bridgework is completed, the final lift of pavement, the wearing course, will be paved into the bridge along the realignment section. The wearing course is what is being paved now and in the coming weeks on the rest of the project .
Motorists can expect lane restrictions and reduced speeds through the work zone.
As with any work zone traffic fines are double. Motorists are encouraged to drive with caution, be aware of their surroundings, and slow down through the construction area. The project is expected to be completed by this fall.