- Today
- Holidays
- Birthdays
- Reminders
- Cities
- Atlanta
- Austin
- Baltimore
- Berwyn
- Beverly Hills
- Birmingham
- Boston
- Brooklyn
- Buffalo
- Charlotte
- Chicago
- Cincinnati
- Cleveland
- Columbus
- Dallas
- Denver
- Detroit
- Fort Worth
- Houston
- Indianapolis
- Knoxville
- Las Vegas
- Los Angeles
- Louisville
- Madison
- Memphis
- Miami
- Milwaukee
- Minneapolis
- Nashville
- New Orleans
- New York
- Omaha
- Orlando
- Philadelphia
- Phoenix
- Pittsburgh
- Portland
- Raleigh
- Richmond
- Rutherford
- Sacramento
- Salt Lake City
- San Antonio
- San Diego
- San Francisco
- San Jose
- Seattle
- Tampa
- Tucson
- Washington
Montrose Today
By the People, for the People
Montrose Drive Overpass Construction Prompts Overnight Lane Closures on I-64
West Virginia DOT says crews are working on the central pier, requiring lane shifts and closures for about 30 days.
Apr. 1, 2026 at 12:58am
Got story updates? Submit your updates here. ›
Construction on the Montrose Drive overpass along Interstate 64 in South Charleston, West Virginia has led to overnight lane closures, according to the state's Department of Transportation. Crews are currently working on the central pier of the bridge, necessitating lane shifts and single or double lane closures from 9 p.m. to 6 a.m. The speed limit has also been reduced to 50 mph in the construction zone, and the project is expected to last around 30 days as part of a 100-day incentive for crews to complete the work.
Why it matters
The Montrose Drive overpass is a critical piece of infrastructure connecting neighborhoods and businesses on either side of I-64. The overnight lane closures are necessary for construction, but will likely cause traffic delays and congestion for commuters and commercial vehicles traveling through the area.
The details
According to the West Virginia Department of Transportation (WVDOT), crews are currently working on the central pier in the middle of the Montrose Drive overpass bridge. Because of this construction, either one or two lanes in both directions of I-64 will be closed from 9 p.m. to 6 a.m. During the day, all six lanes will remain open, but the speed limit has been reduced to 50 mph alongside a lane shift. The WVDOT says this portion of the construction, including the lane shifts and closures, is expected to last for about 30 days.
- Crews began work on the central pier of the Montrose Drive overpass on Tuesday, April 1, 2026.
- The overnight lane closures from 9 p.m. to 6 a.m. are expected to last for approximately 30 days.
- The overall Montrose Drive overpass construction project has a 100-day incentive for crews to complete the work, which is projected to finish around July 2026.
The players
West Virginia Department of Transportation (WVDOT)
The state agency responsible for maintaining and improving West Virginia's transportation infrastructure, including the Montrose Drive overpass construction project on Interstate 64.
What’s next
The WVDOT says that during the daytime, all six lanes of I-64 will remain open, but the speed limit has been reduced to 50 mph alongside a lane shift. The overnight lane closures from 9 p.m. to 6 a.m. are expected to last for approximately 30 days as part of the overall 100-day incentive for crews to complete the Montrose Drive overpass construction project, which is projected to finish around July 2026.
The takeaway
The Montrose Drive overpass construction on I-64 is a necessary infrastructure project, but the overnight lane closures will likely cause traffic delays and congestion for commuters and commercial vehicles traveling through the area. The WVDOT is working to minimize disruptions by keeping all lanes open during the day and completing the work within a 100-day timeframe.
