MYRTLE BEACH, SC — The South Carolina Department of Transportation (SCDOT) will conduct routine maintenance and inspections on the US 501 bridge over the Intracoastal Waterway beginning Thursday, November 12.
According to SCDOT, the right lane of US 501 southbound will be closed overnight Thursday and is scheduled to reopen at 6:00 a.m. Friday, November 13.
The right lane of US 501 northbound will then be closed overnight Friday and is expected to reopen at 6 a.m. Saturday, November 14.
Transportation officials are urging motorists to use caution while traveling through the area during the maintenance work. “SCDOT asks that drivers slow down and pay attention when driving near the work zone,” the department said in a release. Drivers should expect minor delays and consider allowing extra travel time while crews complete the inspections and maintenance work.
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