Why is the ramp on Roosevelt to I-290 not open all the time?
Examination of traffic patterns has indicated that congestion is relieved by closing the Roosevelt Road entry ramp to I-290 for the afternoon rush hour period. This generally is on normal commute weekdays between 2:00 PM and 7:00 PM. The ramp is otherwise open unless observed traffic conditions warrant its closure. During winter snow storms the ramp will usually be open to allow access for plows and to allow traffic to work the salt to prevent icing. Occasionally the ramp will be closed for maintenance reasons, but we try to perform as much maintenance as possible within normal ramp-closed times.
