The North Dakota Department of Transportation announced on Mar. 26 that construction will start Monday, March 30, on the westbound lanes of Interstate 94 east of Bismarck. The project will reconstruct the westbound lanes from Bismarck to Menoken and is expected to be completed this fall.
The department said the westbound lanes will be closed during construction, with traffic shifted head-to-head onto the eastbound lanes. Motorists should expect reduced speed limits, minimum delays, and a 14-foot width restriction in place for the duration of the project. Flaggers will assist traffic through the work zone at times.
According to a statement from the North Dakota Department of Transportation, “The North Dakota Department of Transportation would like to remind motorists to slow down and use caution throughout the work zone.”
The North Dakota Department of Transportation manages eight district offices across the state for roadway maintenance, construction oversight, and administrative services, according to the official website. The agency also provides vehicle registration and driver licensing services while maintaining more than 8,500 miles of roadways and nearly 4,900 bridges per its official website.
As reported by its official website, executive leadership including a director and deputy directors oversee engineering, administration, planning, and driver services for statewide operations. The department’s stated aim is to facilitate safe transport across North Dakota while advancing safe travel practices and supporting economic progress according to its official website.
The upcoming I-94 reconstruction is part of ongoing efforts by this state agency responsible for developing and maintaining surface transportation systems in North Dakota according to its official website.
