I-90 Overnight Lane Closures Scheduled for Construction in West Stockbridge and Stockbridge

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WEST STOCKBRIDGE, Mass. — The Massachusetts Department of Transportation (MassDOT) has announced that construction operations are scheduled to take place on I-90 eastbound and westbound in West Stockbridge and Stockbridge from Tuesday, May 27, through Friday, May 30.

These operations will involve bridge painting, drainage structure work, and guardrail repairs, requiring lane closures during overnight hours.

MassDOT has stated that the work will necessitate lane closures at various locations along I-90. "All scheduled work is weather dependent and subject to change without notice," MassDOT noted.

In West Stockbridge, bridge painting is slated for I-90 eastbound and westbound at mile marker 1.3, from Tuesday night, May 27, through Thursday night, May 29. The work will occur between 7:00 p.m. and 5:30 a.m. the following morning. Additionally, drainage structure work will be conducted on I-90 eastbound from mile marker 0.0 to 3.0 during the same overnight hours and dates.

In the Stockbridge/West Stockbridge area, guardrail work is planned for I-90 eastbound from mile marker 3.8 to 6.5, also from Tuesday night, May 27, through Thursday night, May 29, between 7:00 p.m. and 5:30 a.m. the following morning. Concurrently, drainage structure and guardrail repairs will be performed on I-90 westbound from mile marker 3.8 to 6.5 during the same overnight period.

Signage and law enforcement personnel will be present to direct drivers through the construction zones. Motorists traveling in these areas should anticipate delays, reduce their speed, and exercise caution.

 


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