During the first week of lane closures on John Nolen Drive, traffic congestion grew throughout the area but to generally expected levels, according to a city traffic official.
The city estimated diversions from John Nolen Drive caused about eight-minute delays for the typical driver, with Park Street, Fish Hatchery Road and West Washington Avenue being the most affected streets.
The lane closures on John Nolen Drive started Oct. 13, launching a years-long project to remake the scenic causeway leading to and from downtown Madison. The project includes replacing six bridges, shoreline work and improvements to the Capital City State Trail…