Two I-440 Beltline ramps to close on Sunday

Two Interstate 440 westbound beltline ramps will close on Sunday night, Nov. 1.

The ramp to Western Boulevard, or Exit 2B, toward Cary will close from midnight until 6 a.m. on Monday so that crews can repair potholes, transportation officials said.

There will be a detour in place and drivers will take the exit at Jones Franklin Road, or Exit 1C, turn left, and then take I-440 back to Western Boulevard.

The ramp to Melbourne Road, or Exit 1D, will also be closed from midnight until 6 a.m. on Monday. Crews will be placing the final pavement for the new ramp, officials said. There will be a detour for drivers to take Exit IC, and Follow Jones Franklin Road, Western Boulevard and Powell Drive to get to Melbourne Road.

Depending on weather, this closure could be extended or moved to another time.

People driving through the area during this time should allow for extra time on their route and pay attention through the work zones, officials said.