First in Niigata Prefecture! Expressway renewal project
[E8] Between Hokuriku Expressway (Out-bound line) Meitachi Tanihama IC ⇒ Joetsu JCT
Notice of Night Closure and Day-Night Continuous Lane Regulation (1st Report)
This fall, we will carry out tunnel reinforcement work from October to November.
We plan to continue similar work from spring to autumn next year.
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- [E8] Hokuriku Expressway (Out-bound line) Meitetsu Tanihama IC ⇒ Joetsu JCT night traffic closure and day-night continuous lane regulations (1st report)
September 4, 2017
East Nippon Expressway Co., Ltd.
Niigata office
NEXCO EAST Niigata Branch (Niigata City Chuo Ward) will conduct tunnel reinforcement work for the first highway renewal project in Niigata Prefecture from October, 2017 until November, Continuing from next spring, similar construction will be planned from spring to autumn, but we will inform you about detailed regulatory schedule again later.
This construction is E8 Hokuriku Expressway (Out-bound line) is to reinforce the Shozenji tunnel between the Meitate Tanihama Interchange (IC) and Joetsu Junction (JCT). I will do it.
The "Expressway Renewal Project" is a major project that aims to improve the function and extend the service life of Expressway by making full use of the latest technology with the slogan "Safety and security for the next generation."
We apologize for the inconvenience to our customers, but we ask for your understanding and cooperation as it is necessary for the safe and comfortable use of the Expressway.
| Route | Hokuriku Expressway |
|---|---|
| section | Meitetsu Tanihama IC-Joetsu JCT (Out-bound line) |
| Implementation period |
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| Regulation method | 1. Closed at night 2. Restricted lanes during the day and night |
| Time | From 12:00 to 6:00 the next morning, 2. 24 hours all day |
| Construction content | Tunnel reinforcement work |
| Remarks | * Regulation period / time may be changed or canceled depending on the weather. |
Schedule for night traffic and day / night continuous lane regulation
E8 Hokuriku Expressway, we will carry out night traffic closures and day and night continuous lane restrictions according to the following schedule.
Implementation time
Closed at night: From 20:00 each day to 6:00 the next morning
Day/night continuous lane regulation: 24 hours a day
- For closed sections and detours, Attachment 1 [PDF: 423KB] Please check.
- Regarding connection fee adjustments due to suspension of traffic, Attachment 2 [PDF: 305KB] Please check.
- NEXCO EAST's road traffic information providing services etc.,Attachment 3 [PDF: 178KB] Please check.
- Regarding the closure of the Joshinetsu Expressway scheduled to be close at the same time as this construction, Attachment 4 [PDF: 512KB] Please check.
- For all scheduled road closures on the Hokuriku and Joshinetsu roads, Attachment 5 [PDF: 222KB] Please check.
Outline of tunnel reinforcement work
Tunnel reinforcement work is a work to install an invert (a lining part that is finished in an inverted arch on the bottom of the tunnel) against the increase in earth pressure around the tunnel, increasing the proof stress of the tunnel, It has the effect of preventing deformation.
Tunnel reinforcement work (other cases)
We will repeat the construction as shown in the photo partially.
Lane control methods
Expressway renewal project
Now, bring safety and security to the next generation.
NEXCO EAST will work on updating and repairing highways to deliver safety and security to everyone.
More information on the Expressway renewal project
Search by "fast renewal" or Special website Please check. Regarding this construction, we are planning a site tour for the media. We will let you know when the date is decided.
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