LA PORTE COUNTY – Indiana Department of Transportation contractor Rieth-Riley Construction Co Inc will continue lane closures on U.S. 35 between State Road 39 and U.S. 20 over the next several weeks for patching and resurfacing operations.
U.S. 35 will be reduced to one lane where work is ocurring with flaggers directing traffic. Lane closures two miles or longer are expected, leading to significant traffic delays. Motorists should be prepared for long delays or consider seeking alternate routes.
Crews are currently conducting patching operations. Full and partial depth patching involves replacing to a farther depth than the resurfacing will. Areas with structural issues are identified and the road is replaced down to the base for durable, long-term repairs. When the resurfacing is done, the area will still be resurfaced to ensure a smooth driving surface with the adjacent area.
Milling and paving operations will begin this weekend, followed by related construction activities. This project will be ongoing through the end of October.
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.
