Taconic State Parkway Single Lane Closure Planned

Motorists are advised that a single lane closure is expected on the Taconic State Parkway southbound between Exit 44 (Bulls Head Road) and Exit 43 (Route 82), beginning at 9 a.m. Wednesday through Monday while crews perform construction activities, weather permitting. The closure affects the towns of LaGrange, Pleasant Valley, Clinton and Stanford in Dutchess County.

Motorists should anticipate delays and seek alternate routes where possible, the Department of Transportation said.

NYSDOT recently unveiled a new public service announcement and social media campaign focused on the importance of driving responsibly in work zones. The video highlights the importance of paying attention in work zones and obeying New York State’s “Move Over” laws.

Motorists are reminded that fines are doubled for speeding in a work zone. In accordance with the Work Zone Safety Act of 2005, convictions of two or more speeding violations in a work zone could result in the suspension of an individual’s driver license.

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