North Dakota – As part of the ongoing Memorial Highway reconstruction project, traffic control at the 46th Avenue Southeast intersection is being adjusted to allow crews to safely complete underground utility and paving work.

The North Dakota Department of Transportation announced that a full closure of certain movements at the intersection will begin Tuesday, August 26, and is expected to remain in place until at least the week of September 22. Work in the area will include storm sewer, water main, aggregate, and paving operations.

During the closure, traffic on Memorial Highway will be reduced to head-to-head traffic on the north side of the roadway. From the south exit ramp, drivers may take the flyover bridge into Bismarck or turn right onto Memorial Highway, but they will not be able to cross to 46th Avenue or turn left toward the I-94 Business Loop.

Traffic on 46th Avenue Southeast will also not have direct access to Memorial Highway, and drivers will need to use alternate routes such as 21st Street Southeast or the McKenzie Interchange.

As part of the project, paving work on 21st Street Southeast is scheduled to begin Monday, August 25, with the street expected to reopen by Tuesday, August 26, providing an additional option for detour routes.

For more information and project updates, residents are encouraged to visit www.dot.nd.gov/memorialhwy.

The North Dakota Department of Transportation reminded motorists to stay alert and drive safely in all work zones.