Bay Area drivers, take note: If you're planning a late-night drive around the Triangle Expressway, you might hit a snag in your route. According to a press release from the North Carolina Department of Transportation, Toll N.C. 540 will see temporary overnight closures at Exits 39 and 43, impacting both eastbound and westbound lanes. This is part of the ongoing construction activities aimed at extending the expressway from N.C. 55 Bypass to Interstate 40, a project that's been in the works to improve transportation infrastructure in the region.
On or around the night of October 14, travelers should prepare for disruptions: Toll N.C. 540 Westbound Exit 39 will close from 10:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m. and Westbound Exit 43 from 11:30 p.m. to 12:30 a.m., while Toll N.C. 540 Eastbound Exit 43 and Exit 39 will follow suit, closing from 1:00 a.m. to 2:00 a.m., and 2:30 a.m. to 3:30 a.m., respectively. Drivers may anticipate delays navigating the area and should be vigilant while following the posted detour signs to circumvent the closures while construction crews work through the night to carry out necessary updates and maintenance.
The NCDOT is encouraging motorists to avoid these areas if possible during the closure times, but for those who must brave the stretch, detour routes have been clearly posted. Specifically, those needing to reach N.C. 50/Benson Highway from Toll N.C. 540 Westbound will be rerouted onto Old Stage Road and Ten Ten Road before continuing onto their desired highway. Motorists should make adequate adjustments to their travel plans to accommodate potential delays and ensure their evening commutes proceed as smoothly as corridor development efforts press on.
For real-time updates and more detailed information, the NCDOT has provided resources on their website, and drivers are advised to consult these prior to embarking on nightly journeys that might intersect with the zones of construction.
