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• On-Ramp Closure: There will be a full closure of the southbound Watt Avenue on-ramp to westbound US-50 from 10 p.m. Friday evening (1-31-14) to 5 a.m. Monday morning (2-3-14).  No vehicles will be allowed to use the on-ramp and motorists must use detours to get to westbound US-50.
• Detour: For westbound US-50 access from southbound Watt Avenue, motorists can continue to Folsom Boulevard, turn right and drive west to northbound Howe Avenue and take the loop on-ramp to westbound US-50. 
• Reason for Closure:  Paving of new westbound US-50 on-ramp. 

Motorists are advised to expect an increase in driving time through the interchange. In addition -- because the interchange area is an active construction zone -- motorists are advised to reduce speed and drive carefully through the construction area. 

Completed Project: The completed project will provide: a reduction in overall delay through the interchange; much easier and safer access on and off the freeway for all motorists; dedicated transit facilities; and improved access and safety for bicyclists and pedestrians.