Thruway Authority Announces E-ZPass Entry Lane Closure at Interchange 31 (Utica)

ALBANY, NY (06/19/2009)(readMedia)-- The New York State Thruway Authority today announced a 5 MPH E-ZPass entrance lane at Interchange 31 (Utica) will be closed for repairs beginning at 7 a.m. on Monday, June 22, 2009. It is anticipated the work will be completed by noon on Thursday, July 2, 2009.

Motorists are advised that minor delays may occur, particularly during peak travel times, as a result of the work.

The Authority will activate a Dynamic Message Sign (DMS) to inform motorists of the construction and any delays that may occur.

The Authority appreciates motorists' patience and understanding while this essential repair takes place.

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The Authority offers a free email service called TRANSalert to its customers via email or text messaging to inform them of major unscheduled incidents that may affect their travel on the Thruway. To sign up for the TRANSalert service, customers can visit the Authority's website at www.nysthruway.gov/tas/.