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What you need to know about Hwy 41 lane restrictions

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EVANSVILLE, IN (WFIE) -

"The Indiana Department of Transportation (INDOT) is advising motorists to be aware of temporary lane restrictions on U.S. Route 41 (U.S. 41) near Eagle Creek Slough.  Beginning Monday, October 22, bridge inspections will be conducted on the bridge structures over Eagle Creek Slough.  The bridges are located approximately 0.50 mile south of Veteran's Memorial Parkway. 

The passing lane of northbound U.S. 41 will close beginning at approximately 7:00 a.m. local time and remain restricted as late as 7:00 p.m. local time.  On Tuesday, October 23 the driving lane of southbound U.S. 41 will be closed to allow for inspections to take place on that structure.  Inspections in this area are scheduled to be complete by 7:00 p.m. local time on Tuesday, October 23.    Inclement weather may cause the restriction dates and times to be delayed. 

These inspections are a part of the bi-annual inspection regimen performed on all Indiana bridges and structures." 

(Press release from INDOT)