DOT Crews To Reopen Westbound I-40 Ramps At Highway 54

The North Carolina Department of Transportation plans to reopen westbound I-40 ramps at N.C. 54 in Durham County at 8 p.m. Friday.

The department announced plans to close the westbound I-40 ramps at U.S. 15-501 (exit 270) the same night. The ramps will remain closed for about 35 days.

During this time, motorists should use the following signed detours:

The ramp closings are necessary to raise the ramp pavement levels in conjunction with the I-40 widening project.

Motorists can expect delays and are encouraged to use alternate routes.