On-ramp to I-275 in Fairfield to be closed for road work

The westbound on-ramp to 275 at Exit 39  (Winton/South Gilmore Road) will be closed Wednesday night.

The westbound on-ramp to 275 at Exit 39 (Winton/South Gilmore Road) will be closed Wednesday night.

Drivers on Wednesday should be aware that the westbound on-ramp to Interstate 275 from Winton/South Gilmore Road in Fairfield will be closed in the evening and overnight.

Officials said in a release the ramp at Exit 39 will be closed at 8 p.m. until 6 a.m. Thursday.

“The closure is for work being performed by Barrett Paving to install guardrail and remove the temporary concrete barrier associated with the permanent addition of a second lane to the westbound on ramp to 275,” the release said. “Final pavement is planned for the next couple of weeks if conditions allow.”

A portable electronic message board will be posted to help drivers become aware of a changed driving pattern.