For Immediate Release: September 16, 2009

Thruway Authority Announces Interchange 17 Reconstruction to Necessitate New Traffic Configuration on NYS Route 300 Southbound

The New York State Thruway Authority today announced the NYS Route 300 southbound to I-84 westbound ramp will be opened to traffic at 3:00 a.m. on the morning of Thursday, September 17, 2009.  The new traffic configuration will require motorists to remain in the right lane as they approach the intersection and then turn right onto the new ramp.

NYS Route 300 northbound to I-84 westbound motorists will continue to use the existing ramp configuration until paving work on NYS Route 300 is complete and the traffic signal is modified and tested by the New York State Department of Transportation.  At that time, the Authority will notify and direct motorists accordingly.

The Authority will activate its Dynamic Message Signs (DMS) in advance of the new traffic configurations to advise motorists of the new ramp access. Motorists are urged to tune to Highway Advisory Radio (HAR) 1610 AM for updates. 

As always, motorists are encouraged to drive with caution and remain alert as they become familiar with these new traffic patterns.

The work is being completed by A. Servidone/B. Anthony Construction Corporation of Castleton, New York and is scheduled to be completed by December 2009.

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