Construction report for Sept. 15 UW game

LARAMIE, Wyo. – Fans traveling to the University of Wyoming football game against the Wofford Terriers this Saturday, Sept. 15, should expect the following activities and/or construction projects:

In the city of Laramie

• Drivers entering Laramie from the west on Snowy Range Road should remember the new Snowy Range Road Bridge is now open. This new route will place drivers onto Harney Street at 3rd Street instead of Clark Street at 3rd Street.
• As of Thursday, Sept. 13, the weather forecast for Saturday in Laramie is sunny and warm with a high in the low 80s. Check weather.gov for the latest weather information.

Between Cheyenne and Laramie

• Construction is wrapping up in the westbound lanes of I-80 between Otto Road and Harriman Road, but both lanes will be open to traffic this weekend.
• No other lane closures.

Between Casper and Laramie:

• No construction activities.

Between Rawlins/Carbon County and Laramie:

• The Wagonhound Rest Area and interchange (Exit 267) remains closed due to bridge work. Drivers are being detoured on the exit and entrance ramps of the interchange.
• Bridge work on Interstate 80 in eastern Carbon County continues. Drivers should be prepared for lane closures and reduced speeds.
• Traffic remains in a two-lane head-to-head configuration in the Fort Steele area for a resurfacing project.

Between Fort Collins and Laramie:

• No construction activities.

As with all events, drivers should use caution during higher periods of traffic. If you drink, always designate a sober driver. Go Cowboys!

For information about this news release, contact WYDOT District 1 public information specialist Matt Murphy at (307) 745-2142.