ODOT: I-70 to Close in Both Directions Friday in Columbus

COLUMBUS – This weekend, Interstate 70 will close in both directions between State Route 315 and Interstate 71 for beam installation on the new bridge that will eventually carry downtown traffic to I-70 east via Fulton Street. 

Beginning at 11 p.m. Friday:

• I-70 will close between SR 315 and I-71 and traffic will be directed to I-670 instead.
• Westbound traffic will be forced to take downtown exit to Mound St. or exit to I-71 north, while eastbound traffic must use I-670 or exit to SR 315 north or I-71 south.
• Exits from I-71 south to I-70 east and west will both remain open since ramp traffic does not travel under the impacted bridge.