Dewar Drive and South Belt Loop signal will be shut down

ROCK SPRINGS, Wyo. – The Wyoming Department of Transportation will be temporarily shutting down the traffic signal at Dewar Drive and the South Belt Loop starting next Monday, May 6.  Crews will be working on signal upgrades.  WYDOT estimates the work should last roughly a week, weather permitting.  Mainline Dewar Drive traffic will run continuously in both directions and traffic emerging from the Loaf and Jug and Napa Auto Parts will be controlled with a STOP sign. 
 
The closure of the South Belt Loop will remain until work can be completed on the drainage issues.  Drivers will continue to see lane reductions on Dewar Drive, restrictions on turning movements and possible delays and congestion.
 
Work on the South Belt Loop and Dewar Drive will be followed by similar work on Grant Street and Center Street.  Drivers will also see similar lane reductions and restricted turning movements in this area as well.  Two-way traffic will be maintained on Center Street as crews work on the ADA and signal upgrades.  This work should also last roughly a month. 
 
The completion date for this project is Oct. 31, 2019.  The project was awarded to Casper Electric Inc. in January. 
 
All work schedules are subject to change.  WYDOT would like to remind drivers to slow down in work zones and be alert and cautious of roadside workers.  For more information on road construction, closures and weather conditions, please visit WYDOT's 511 website.