Caltrans is alerting motorists that the right lane of westbound Interstate 80 (I-80) will be closed from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. today between the Elm Avenue overcrossing and the Nevada Street overcrossing for guardrail repair. The Highway 49 on-ramp to westbound I-80 will also be closed. Traffic delays and traffic congestion are likely to occur.
Motorists on southbound Highway 49 will be directed to detour onto either Elm Avenue or Nevada Street to access westbound I-80.
Motorists are encouraged to plan for delays and be alert for detour route signage. The closure of the right lane of I-80 will help protect the Caltrans crews working to repair the damaged guardrail.
All drivers are encouraged to abide by the Move Over law that directs motorists to move over a lane when it is safe to do so if the flashing lights of highway workers, law enforcement or first responders are present on the highway.
