I-95, Route 128 South Lane Closures In Waltham

WALTHAM, MA — If you ever hop on I-95/Route 128 south between Totten Pond Road and Route 20, in the evenings, be warned: lanes will be blocked overnight Thursday evening as MassDOT crews install new overhead message signs.

The work is part of a $2.8 million project to install new signs and related Intelligent Transportation Systems (think: prepping highways for smart cars and the future) components along various highways.

The lane closures will happen between 10 p.m., and 5 a.m., and rolling road blocks will be utilized after midnight as needed, according to MassDOT. Lanes should be re-open by 5 a.m. Friday.

Signs, traffic control devices and law enforcement details will be used to guide drivers through the work zone.

MassDOT encourages drivers to reduce speed and use caution while approaching and traveling through the work zone and to allow for extra time through this area. All work is weather dependent and is subject to change without notice, according to a release.

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