FEBRUARY 15, 2023:
Northbound and southbound lanes of Interstate 29 from Watertown to the North Dakota state line reopened at noon today (Feb. 15, 2023).
- Travelers should expect to encounter ice-covered, slippery roads.
- Snow removal equipment will be present on the roadway.
- Please use extra caution and reduce travel speed.
Motorists are reminded that some No Travel Advisories are still in place on state highways throughout the northeastern part of the state.
FEBRUARY 14, 2023:
Interstate 29 (both northbound and southbound) will be closed from Watertown to the North Dakota state line at 8 p.m. on Tuesday, Feb. 14, 2023.
Motorists should not use secondary highways to avoid the Interstate closure.
The combination of freezing rain, falling snow, and strong winds will lead to icy road conditions, blowing snow, low visibility, and the potential for blizzard conditions this evening and through the overnight.
Motorists should not use secondary highways to avoid the Interstate closure.
No Travel Advisories are expected to be placed on secondary highways in northeastern South Dakota due to high winds, blowing snow, and low visibility associated with this winter storm system.
Motorists should not use secondary highways to avoid the Interstate closure.
Significantly reduced visibilities, high winds, and blizzard-like conditions will make travel very dangerous.
For the latest on road and weather conditions, please visit https://sd511.org or dial 511.
Motorists should not use secondary highways to avoid the Interstate closure.
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