Construction to pick back up on I-277, closing lanes

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CHARLOTTE, N.C. — The North Carolina Department of Transportation said crews will begin installing barrier walls again Tuesday on the Outer Loop of Interstate 277.

[PAST COVERAGE: Construction, delays to continue along I-277 for weeks]

It’s part of work on bridge joints that cross over Morehead Street, Mint Street and the railroad tracks.

[PAST COVERAGE: Project to improve bridges along I-277 forces detour in west Charlotte]

Officials said the lane reductions on Interstate 277 will begin at 9 p.m. Tuesday and will be shifted later in the week to continue work between Church Street and South Boulevard.

Watch the video at the top of the page as Traffic Team 9’s Mark Taylor analyzes the impact on drivers and alternate routes.