Off-Ramp Closure Coming to I-229 in Sioux Falls

Some drivers on Interstate 229 in Sioux Falls are going to have to adjust their daily commutes for a few days.

The South Dakota Department of Transportation has announced plans to temporarily close the I-229 off-ramp at the Cliff Avenue exit (Exit 4).

The closure goes into effect Tuesday, August 8 at 9:00 AM and is expected to last until Monday, August 14.

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The closure will allow crews to repair the concrete surfacing at the exit ramp that was damaged by recent excessive heat

This construction work is part of a nearly $1 million project to repair various concrete pavements in the Sioux Falls area. The prime contractor is Dakota Contracting Corporation.

9 Driving Laws in South Dakota that Might Surprise You, Some You Didn't Know Existed

There are some things you can do on South Dakota roads that you may have once thought illegal but aren't.

While perusing the South Dakota Department of Public Safety I was reminded of some things that come up in conversation quite often.

Like, can you ride in the back of a pickup? Here's the answer along with eight other surprising South Dakota driving laws:

9 Ways To Ruin Your South Dakota Driving Record

Did you know that South Dakota uses a points system with your driver's license? Meaning that if you are convicted of a moving violation, get a ticket, you get a certain number of points.

If those points add up to 15 in one year, or 22 points in two years, you can get your license suspended. Then after the suspension, you'll have to pay application fees and the reinstatement fee.

So, what are the violation that can earn you the most points? Let's find out.

SOURCE: South Dakota Department of Public Safety

9 Sioux Falls Streets Visitors Have A Hard Time Pronouncing

If you are visiting or new to Sioux Falls and trying to find your way around, chances are you really don't need to pronounce street names correctly. All you have to do is enter your destination into Google Maps and your phone will show you the way.

But what if you are trying to tell someone where your cool friend or family member lives in our fine city? Some of our streets and avenues have tricky spellings that may throw visitors for a loop when trying to sound them out.

No one is going to mess up on the big thoroughfares like Minnesota Avenue, Western Avenue, or Louise Avenue but what about these?