CHARLESTON, W.Va. –Highly anticipated construction is set to begin Monday night on the most heavily traveled bridge in the state.

The Eugene A. Carter Bridge, which carries I-64 traffic over the Kanawha River in Charleston, will experience lane closures throughout October as Triton Construction begins repairing concrete, installing a water-resistant impermeable membrane, and adding a two-inch layer of asphalt.

This follows the development of several potholes on the bridge during the spring and summer, which prompted the West Virginia Division of Highways to conduct emergency repairs that caused significant traffic delays.

“DOH spokesperson Brent Walker said they hope the new membrane and asphalt layer will help extend the life of the bridge deck before a full redecking project is necess

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