Bridge Inspection on I-280: Plan Ahead for Thursday

0:00Drivers on Eastbound Highway 280 should plan ahead for Thursday, March 26th. From 9am to 12.30pm, crews from the Alabama Department of Transportation will close lanes one at a time for a routine bridge inspection. Traffic won't face a full shutdown, but expect some slowdowns. This work targets the bridge over the Kahaba River, right by Grandview Medical Center, and just before the exit for target. It's a busy stretch, so even short closures could back things up during the morning hours. Local commuters might feel the pinch, especially those heading toward Birmingham from the south. No major delays are expected since only one lane closes at a time, but peak rush could amplify issues. Officials urge everyone to seek alternate routes if possible. Tweak your travel times, stick to lowered speed limits in the work zone, and drive extra. Carefully around there. With spring maintenance ramping up statewide, staying informed via traffic apps will help keep your commute smooth. That's your Birmingham News today update.

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