DOH to close one lane of I-79 as part of Tygart River bridge construction near Fairmont

FAIRMONT, W.Va. — The state Division of Highways has announced plans to close one lane of southbound Interstate 79 in Marion County to prepare for the next phase of the Tygart River Bridge construction.

The lane closure will take place from 6 a.m. Monday to 6 p.m. Wednesday between Kingmont and White Hall exits.

Traffic delays are likely with the change, according to the DOH.





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