Exit 292 update

The North Dakota Department of Transportation will close northeast and southeast ramps of exit 292 on Interstate 94, Kathryn Road, beginning Thursday, September 17.  NDDOT expects the closure will last for approximately two weeks.

Please use detour and alternative routes.

Traffic update

I-94 exit 292 still has traffic problems, continue to use alternative exits.  The alley running behind the campus is closed to thru-traffic.  Crews continue to work on the McCarthy parking lot and road.

 

The following parking lots are now open West Student Center, North Student Center, West Foss, East Foss, and West Science.  Construction continues on East Science (gravel).

West Student Center lot closing

The West Student Center parking lot will close August 18 and remain closed for a couple days.  Crews will work to repair and resurface the lot.  Please use the Mythaler and North Student Center lots.

Interstate 94 - exit 292 closures

NDDOT closed the northwest and southwest ramps on Interstate 94 – Exit 292.  We are encouraging employees, students, visitors, and others to use other exits entering and exiting Valley City. 

I-94 Exit 292

There is a major reconstruction project ongoing on I-94 exit 292.  This is the exit for VCSU, Kathryn Road, Wagon Wheel, DOT, and 8^th Ave SW.  NDDOT installed traffic signals in the area to help traffic flow.  During peak traffic hours, expect some delays.  If possible, use alternative routes.  This construction project will last into October.

Campus streets

Campus streets are very slick today due to rain and clay. Crews are working to open several storm sewer drains. Construction crews will continue removing clay when the rain stops.

Bubble closure

The W.E. Osmon Fieldhouse is closed until further notice. This closure is a safety precaution.

Levee removal

Crews will remove the clay levees on College St and around the campus this weekend. Please do not park on College St during this time. If you need to be on campus this weekend, please use alternative routes, parking areas, and caution.

Dike removal

Crews are removing the dikes around campus and town. Crews are starting on 4th Ave SW and working from the city park to Snoeyenbos. Trucks and other equipment will use 4th Ave and connecting roads. PLease give these vehicles space and use caution when traveling in these areas.

When crews start working on College Street, the campus will notify the campus community about traffic and parking changes.

Summer Safety Tips

Summer Weather Information

Valley City State University (VCSU) is located in Valley City in Barnes County. If a weather advisory is posted, please pay attention to the information for Barnes County.

• High wind – North Dakota does experience winds in excess of 40 mph during the year. In these situations, please use caution when driving (lower speeds) and walking.
• Severe Thunderstorms – Severe thunderstorms may develop and cause high wind, heavy rain, severe lightning, hail, and even tornadoes.
• Severe weather may require you to take shelter. Quickly move to the lowest level hallway of the dorm, and stay away from windows and glass doors. Stay indoors until the severe weather passes.
• Valley City may use a community siren in severe weather. If you hear a long steady siren, immediately turn you radio to a local station.

Get weather advisories and warnings

Local radio stations
1490 AM 101.1 FM 103.1 FM 600 AM 93.3 FM

Local TV stations
Channel 4 Channel 6 Channel 9 (or 7 via antenna) Channel 11

Summer health protection

Heat, sun, and bugs may cause health problems during the summer months. People should drink plenty of water, use sun screen and bug repellant, and check themselves for insects such as ticks. For more information, see the Centers for Disease Control website click here.

Road conditions

North Dakota DOT closed Interstate 94 from Jamestown to Bismarck during the night. There are numerous spots that are under water. If you need to travel in that direction, use alternative routes and check the DOT road report site. http://www.dot.nd.gov/roadreport/roadreport/roadreport.asp

A stretch of I-94 between Oriska and Tower City is also under water. National Guard and Highway Patrol are directing traffic through the water. Expect delays if you travel in that area.

Campus closed

VCSU has decided to close all offices and cancel classed for this week (April 13-17). This is a safety precaution as the city and campus battle a history flood. We are asking all students, faculty, and staff to refrain from coming to the campus.

Network services, web sites, email, and blackboard services are not available at this time. The campus is in the process of moving the servers.