Weekend lane closure on route 20 westbound

Special to the Weston Observer

The Massachusetts Department of Transportation (MassDOT) is announcing weekend work on Route 20 westbound at the I-95 (Route 128) interchange in Weston. The left or right lane of Route 20 westbound will be closed Saturday, Oct. 18 and Sunday, Oct. 19, from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. Lane taking either right or left side of the roadway will be dependent on weather and contractor progress.

Workers will be performing tasks related to containment installation, heating, and top coat painting of the steel bridge safety railings. The highway ramps will remain open at all times during construction operations.

Signage and messaging will be in place to guide drivers through the work area.

Drivers traveling through the affected area should expect delays, reduce speed, and use caution.

All scheduled work is weather dependent and subject to change without notice.

For more information on traffic conditions, travelers are encouraged to download the Mass511 mobile app or visit www.mass511.com to view live cameras, travel times, real-time traffic conditions, and project information before setting out on the road. Users can subscribe to receive text and email alerts for traffic conditions.

Additionally, drivers can dial 511 and select a route to hear real-time conditions and follow @MassDOT on X, (formerly known as Twitter), to receive regular updates on road and traffic conditions.