For Immediate Release: 9/12/25 
Contact: Kelly Holland | Department of Media and Government Relations | (716) 346-9995 | Kelly.Holland@thruway.ny.gov  

TRAVEL ADVISORY: TEMPORARY LANE CLOSURES SCHEDULED ON NIAGARA THRUWAY (I-190) NORTHBOUND NEXT TUESDAY AND WEDNESDAY

Lane Closures Will Allow Maintenance Crews to Safely Perform Road Surfacing Enhancements

I-190 Northbound Between Exits 14 and 15 to be Reduced to One Lane From 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Tuesday, September 16 and Wednesday, September 17

Significant Delays Expected During Scheduled Closures and Drivers Encouraged to Seek Alternate Routes

The New York State Thruway Authority today announced temporary lane closures on the Niagara Thruway (I-190) northbound on Tuesday, September 16 and Wednesday, September 17. The closure will allow crews to safely perform a surface treatment that will improve the driving surface.

From 8 a.m. through 3 p.m. on Tuesday, September 16 and Wednesday, September 17, one lane will be closed to traffic alternating in both directions between exit 14 (Ontario Street - Vulcan Street) and exit 15 (NY Route 324 - Sheridan Drive - Kenmore Avenue).

Drivers should expect significant delays throughout the duration of the closures and may want to consider using Niagara Street or avoiding the area.

All work is weather dependent and subject to change. Variable Message Signs (VMS) are lit in the area to alert drivers of the scheduled roadwork.

Motorists are urged to be alert and follow the posted work zone speed limits. Fines are doubled for speeding in a work zone.  

For up-to-date travel information, motorists are encouraged to download the mobile app which is available to download for free on iPhone and Android devices. The app provides motorists direct access to real-time traffic and navigation assistance while on the go. Travelers can also visit the Thruway Authority's interactive Traveler Map which features live traffic cameras. Motorists can also sign up for TRANSalert e-mails, which provide the latest traffic conditions along the Thruway.

For more information, follow the Thruway on Facebook, X and Instagram, or visit the Thruway website.

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