Fayetteville, WV (WOAY) Bridge Day is tomorrow, and the National Park Service is reminding visitors to plan for road closures and travel restrictions.
The event runs Saturday, October 17, from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m., organized by the Fayette County Chamber of Commerce.
U.S. Route 19 will close at 7:00 a.m. on Saturday and remain closed until 5:00 p.m.
Drivers traveling southbound should take u.s. Route 60 to State Route 16, a detour that adds approximately 35 to 45 minutes.
Northbound drivers should take State Route 16 to U.S. Route 60.
Several areas will also close Friday evening.
The Canyon Rim Visitor Center parking lot and grounds will close at 5:30 p.m. this evening, while Fayette Station Road will close to vehicles at 6:00 p.m. and remain closed until sometime after 5:00 p.m. on Saturday.
Private boaters should also be aware that vehicles will not be allowed down to Fayette Station or Teays Landing during bridge day.
Teays Landing will be closed to private boaters throughout the event.
Park officials say vehicles left at Fayette Station after 6:00 p.m. this evening will be towed.
Visitors are encouraged to plan their routes and follow posted closures to help keep everyone safe.
