Rolling Roadblock Planned for Interstate 79 Northbound in Fairmont

Clarksburg Weston, WV, September 24, 2026 — A rolling roadblock is scheduled to take place on Interstate 79 northbound in Fairmont, West Virginia. The closure is expected to affect the section of the highway near Exit 137, which provides access to East Park Avenue.

The temporary traffic measure is slated to begin on Thursday evening and is anticipated to continue into Friday morning. The exact hours of operation were not specified in the information provided. A rolling roadblock involves law enforcement vehicles or other authorized personnel pacing traffic at a reduced speed, effectively creating a moving slowdown to allow for specific activities or to clear a section of roadway. This method is often employed to ensure the safety of both the public and workers during construction, maintenance, or other operations that require temporary lane or roadway closures.

Details regarding the specific purpose of this rolling roadblock, such as the nature of the work being performed or the agency responsible for implementing the traffic control, were not immediately available. Similarly, information concerning potential delays or recommended alternate routes was not provided. Drivers planning to travel on Interstate 79 northbound in the vicinity of Exit 137 are advised to anticipate potential slowdowns and exercise caution. Travelers are encouraged to stay informed of any updates that may be released by local authorities or transportation departments regarding this upcoming traffic disruption.

The contractor or entity responsible for conducting the work that necessitates this traffic control measure has not been identified. The specific duration beyond “Thursday evening into Friday morning” also remains unspecified, leaving the exact end time of the disruption undetermined.

Story summarized from the original created by McKenna Galloway on www.wboy.com, see more information here.

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