The New York State Department of Transportation today advised motorists that beginning on Monday, May 23, all eastbound traffic of the Long Island Expressway (Interstate 495) will be detoured onto the South Service Road between Exit 51 (State Route 231/Deer Park Avenue) and Exit 53 (Sagtikos State Parkway) in the Town of Huntington starting at 10 p.m. until 5 a.m. the following morning to facilitate a pavement resurfacing project. This traffic pattern is expected to be in place for approximately four weeks, weather dependent.
One eastbound lane is subject to closure between 8:30 p.m. and 10 p.m.
Electronic variable message signs along the L.I.E. will display additional updates.
Any member of the public with questions regarding the Long Island Expressway Pavement Renewal Project can contact the project’s public outreach office at (516) 282-3571 or i495outreach@dot.ny.gov. NYSDOT appreciates the patience and cooperation of the traveling public and the local community while work is undertaken to help assure the continued protection of all motorists.
Motorists are urged to plan accordingly and drive responsibly in work zones. Fines are doubled for speeding in a work zone. Convictions of two or more speeding violations in a work zone could result in the suspension of an individual’s driver license.