The N.C. Department of Transportation is temporarily closing lanes on Interstate 85 southbound near Jake Alexander Boulevard (Exit 75) in Salisbury. The lane closings began Wednesday.
Weather permitting, the lane closures will continue today and Friday from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.
The three right lanes will be closed to allow crews to make pavement repairs. The two left lanes will remain open to traffic.
Motorists are reminded to stay alert, travel at non-peak times and use alternate routes, when possible. Plan ahead before traveling by visiting the Department of Transportation Traveler Information Management Web site at www.ncdot. gov/traffictravel, or call 511, the state’s toll-free travel information line for current travel conditions.