Traffic Alerts

New Jersey Department of Transportation (NJDOT) officials today announced daytime lane closures on Route 1 in both directions between Townsley Street and the Garden State Parkway next week as a pavement preservation project begins in Edison and Woodbridge, Middlesex County.

From 7 a.m. until 2 p.m., Monday, April 7, there will be temporary shoulder closures on Route 1 in both directions between Townsley Street in Edison and the Garden State Parkway in Woodbridge for construction sign installation, which will be a moving operation.

From 9 a.m. until 2 p.m., Tuesday, April 8, and continuing daily Monday through Friday at the same time, the right lane on Route 1 northbound between Townsley Street in Edison and the Garden State Parkway in Woodbridge is scheduled to be closed for inlet repairs and concrete curb work. Work is expected to begin near Townsley Street and progress north to the Garden State Parkway and then proceed on Route 1 southbound. At least two lanes will be maintained.

Motorists are advised to use caution, slow down, and move over, if possible. This work is expected to take several weeks. Overnight lane closures for milling and paving are expected to begin in May. NJDOT will provide an update before any future lane closures.

The $3.2 million federally funded pavement preservation project is designed to extend the pavement life, improve safety, and enhance ride quality for motorists on a 2.5 mile stretch of Route 1 in both directions between Townsley Street in Edison and the Garden State Parkway in Woodbridge, Middlesex County. The project is scheduled to be completed in the fall of 2025.

The precise timing of the work is subject to change due to weather or other factors. Motorists are encouraged to check NJDOT’s traffic information website www.511nj.org for real-time travel information. For NJDOT news follow us on X (Twitter) @NewJerseyDOT, on the NJDOT Facebook page, or Instagram @NewJersey.DOT.

Route 18 northbound is scheduled to be closed and detoured Monday, April 7 through Friday, April 11 in East Brunswick, Middlesex County. In the event of inclement weather, work will take place the following night.

Monday, April 7

Beginning at 8:30 p.m. Monday, April 7, until 5 a.m. Tuesday, April 8, Route 18 northbound is scheduled to be closed from West Ferris Street to Tices Lane. The closure is necessary to reconstruct the roadway. The following detour will be in place:

Route 18 northbound Detour:

• Motorists on Route 18 northbound will be directed to turn right onto West Ferris Street
• Turn left onto Old Bridge Turnpike/CR 527
• Turn left onto Tices Lane, back to Route 18

Tuesday, April 8 through Thursday, April 10

Beginning at 8:30 p.m. Tuesday, April 8, until 5 a.m. Wednesday, April 9 and continuing on Wednesday and Thursday nights at the same time, Route 18 northbound is scheduled to be closed from West Ferris Street to Edgeboro Road. The closure is necessary to install gas main. The following detour will be in place:

Route 18 northbound Detour:

• Motorists on Route 18 northbound will be directed to turn right onto West Ferris Street
• Turn left onto Old Bridge Turnpike/CR 527
• Go through the traffic signal at Edgeboro Road, which becomes the on ramp to Route 18 northbound

Friday, April 11

Beginning at 9 p.m. Friday, April 11, until 7 a.m. Saturday, April 12, Route 18 northbound is scheduled to be closed from Tices Lane to Edgeboro Road. The closure is necessary to install gas main. The following detour will be in place:

Route 18 northbound Detour:

• Motorists on Route 18 northbound will be directed to turn right onto Tices Lane
• Turn left onto Old Bridge Turnpike/CR 527
• Go through the traffic signal at Edgeboro Road, which becomes the on ramp to Route 18 northbound

This work is part of the $86.1 million federally funded Route 18, East Brunswick, Drainage and Pavement Rehabilitation project that will make repairs on approximately four and a half miles of Route 18 in East Brunswick, Middlesex County. Work includes milling and paving, improvements to the drainage systems and storm water basins, utility relocation, installation of new sidewalks and ADA-compliant curb ramps and upgrading guiderail. Improvements will also be made to various intersections throughout the project limits. The project is expected to be completed in late 2027.

Variable messaging signs are being utilized to provide advance notification to the motoring public of all traffic pattern changes associated with the work. The precise timing of the work is subject to change due to weather or other factors.

Motorists are encouraged to check NJDOT’s traffic information website www.511nj.org for construction updates and real-time travel information and forNJDOT news follow us on X (Twitter) @NewJerseyDOT , on the NJDOT Facebook page , or Instagram @NewJersey.DOT .

POSTPONED TIL APRIL 14th

On March 31st, the Hudson River Rebuild By Design DEP group is scheduled to have Jersey Avenue closed between 18^th Street (Jersey City) and Newark/Harrison Streets (Hoboken).

(see Google map overview https://www.google.com/maps/@40.7337762,-74.0435524,17z/data=!5m1!1e1?entry=ttu&g_ep=EgoyMDI1MDIyNC4wIKXMDSoJLDEwMjExNDUzSAQAw%3D%3D )

This first phase of construction will consist of a full shutdown (in both directions) lasting approximately one month, then for the following two months there will be one south bound (to Jersey City) lane available for vehicular traffic (no truck traffic) up to the July 4^th weekend.  RBDH will reopen all Jersey Ave lanes for the July 4^th celebration.

Traffic will be detoured to either Grove or Marin Street. The Grove Street overpass clearance is 13 feet 2 inches. The Marin Street overpass clearance is 12 feet 2 inches. Trucks higher than this will be prohibited from these detours. CLICK HERE for the official truck detour during this work is being conducted.

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Restrictions do not apply to New Jersey Turnpike, Garden State Parkway, or Atlantic City Expressway

(Trenton) – New Jersey Department of Transportation (NJDOT) Commissioner Fran O’Connor has issued a commercial vehicle travel restriction on multiple Interstate highways in New Jersey starting today at 4 p.m. Tuesday, February 11 based on the forecast for a significant winter storm statewide, with the highest accumulations of snow expected in South Jersey.

Winter weather is expected to begin Tuesday afternoon and continue into Wednesday, which could make driving conditions treacherous throughout the state. The travel restrictions are being coordinated with neighboring states. In addition to the commercial restrictions, all motorists are encouraged to avoid unnecessary travel on Tuesday evening.

The commercial vehicle travel restriction will begin at 4 p.m. today, Tuesday, February 11 and will be in place until further notice for the following highways in both directions:

·                     I-76 (entire length)

• I-195 (entire length)
• I-295 (entire length)
• I-676 (entire length)

The commercial vehicle travel restriction applies to:

·                     All tractor trailers (exceptions as listed in the Administrative Order)

• Empty straight CDL-weighted trucks
• Passenger vehicles pulling trailers
• Recreational vehicles
• Motorcycles

This restriction DOES NOT apply to:

·                     The New Jersey Turnpike

• The Garden State Parkway
• The Atlantic City Expressway
• Public safety vehicles, sworn and civilian public safety personnel; as well as other personnel directly supporting healthcare facilities or critical infrastructure such as providing fuel or food. For a complete list of operations or personnel that are exempt from the travel ban, see the Administrative Order.

Trucks that are already in New Jersey when the travel restrictions go into place are encouraged to pull off in truck stops to wait out the storm – DO NOT PARK ON SHOULDERS.

NJDOT is coordinating with all state and regional transportation agencies to ensure the most effective response to the storm. In order for NJDOT and our regional and local transportation partners to safely and efficiently clear roadways of snow, motorists should avoid driving unless you are an essential employee needed for emergency response. If you must drive, motorists are advised to:

·       SLOW DOWN and obey posted speed limits

·       Always STAY CLEAR of plowing and spreading trucks.  If they are behind you, let them pass

·       DO NOT pass between trucks that are in a plow formation

·       Leave early and allow extra time

·       Leave a safe following distance between vehicles

·       Use caution on bridges and ramps

·       If you are driving and road conditions deteriorate, PULL OFF somewhere safe and wait it out

·       Be patient and use caution

·       When ice, sleet, or freezing rain are in the forecast, motorists should use extra caution

·       Keep an emergency kit in your car with a cell phone charger, water, snacks, blanket, and other items. See the NJ Office of Emergency Managements web site for more information: http://ready.nj.gov/plan-prepare/winter.shtml

Motorists are encouraged to check NJDOT's traffic information website www.511nj.org for real-time travel information and for NJDOT news follow us on X (Twitter) @NewJerseyDOT, the NJDOT Facebook page, and on Instagram @newjersey.dot.

I-80 eastbound is closed and detoured for emergency sinkhole repairs in Wharton, Morris County. Motorists should expect delays and are advised to use alternate routes.

This morning, Monday, February 10 at approximately 6:45 am, out of an abundance of caution, I-80 eastbound was closed and detoured at Exit 34 in Wharton due to a depression in the center lane. NJDOT crews are on site to evaluate the situation, determine the extent of the damage, and stabilize the area in order to design a repair. The cause of the depression has not yet been determined. 

I-80 eastbound will remain closed until further notice. All traffic is currently being detoured at Exit 34, however traffic is advised to use Exit 28 to take Route 46 eastbound or Route 10 eastbound to avoid the area. This exit is several miles before the closure. Motorists are advised to seek alternate routes, such as Route 46, or use the following detours:

Route 46 eastbound Alternate Route:

• Motorists on I-80 eastbound are advised to take Exit 28/Route 46 eastbound to Route 10/Ledgewood/Lake Hopatcong, which is several miles before the closure
• Continue on Route 46 eastbound
• Stay in the left two lanes to turn left at the traffic signal to continue on Route 46 eastbound
• Turn left onto Route 15 northbound in Dover back to I-80

• or

• Continue on Route 46 eastbound for about 12 miles and stay left for I-80 eastbound

I-80 eastbound Detour:

• Motorists on I-80 eastbound are being directed to take Exit 34 to Route 15/Wharton/Dover/Sparta
• Stay right following signs for Route 15/Jefferson/Dover/Sparta
• Stay in the left lane on North Main Street to Route 15 southbound/To I-80/Dover
• Merge onto Route 15 southbound
• Stay left to take the exit to I-80 eastbound

Variable Message Signs will provide advance notification to motorists of traffic pattern changes associated with the work. The precise timing of the work is subject to change due to weather or other factors.

Motorists are encouraged to check NJDOT’s traffic information website www.511nj.org for construction updates and real-time travel information. For NJDOT news follow us on X (Twitter) @NewJerseyDOT, on the NJDOT Facebook page, or Instagram @NewJersey.DOT.

NJDOT is implementing Commercial Vehicle Travel Restrictions for:

·                    Interstate 76 (entire length);

·                    Interstate 78 (entire length);

·                    Interstate 80 (entire length);

·                    Interstate 195 (entire length);

·                    Interstate 280 (entire length);

·                    Interstate 287 (entire length);

·                    Interstate 295 (entire length);

·                    Interstate 676 (entire length); and

·                    New Jersey Route 440, both directions from the Outerbridge Crossing to I-287

This restriction does not apply to:

·                    The New Jersey Turnpike

·                    The Garden State Parkway

·                    The Atlantic City Expressway

This is effective on 01-19-25 at 0900hrs.

CLICK HERE for the administrative order.

·       SLOW DOWN and obey posted speed limits

·       Always STAY CLEAR of plowing and spreading trucks. If they are behind you, let them pass

·       DO NOT pass between trucks that are in a plow formation

·       Leave early and allow extra time

·       Leave a safe following distance between vehicles

·       Use caution on bridges and ramps

·       If you are driving and road conditions deteriorate, PULL OFF somewhere safe and wait it out

·       Be patient and use caution

·       Keep an emergency kit in your car with a cell phone charger, water, snacks, blanket, and other items.

To understand the purpose and need for Commercial Vehicle Travel Restrictions, watch this video.

NJDOT will be using Variable Message Signs throughout the storm to provide winter driving alerts, as well as the NJDOT Facebook page and X (Twitter) @NewJerseyDOT. Motorists are encouraged to check NJDOT's traffic information website www.511nj.org for real-time travel information. 

The I-295 northbound Exit 27A ramp to I-76 westbound and two lanes on Route 42 northbound are scheduled to be closed on Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday nights, as the Direct Connection project advances in Bellmawr, Camden County. In addition, the Route 42 northbound Exit 1B to I-295 northbound is scheduled to be closed and detoured Friday night.

Tuesday, January 7 – Thursday, January 9

I-295 northbound Exit 27A Closure

Beginning at 10 p.m. Tuesday, January 7 until 5 a.m. Wednesday, January 8, and again on Wednesday, January 8 and Thursday, January 9 at the same time, the I-295 northbound new Exit 27A/old Exit 26 (left exit) ramp, which becomes the left lane of I-76 westbound, is scheduled to be closed. The following detour will be in place:

I-295 northbound Exit 27A to I-76 westbound Detour:

• Motorists traveling on I-295 northbound wishing to take Exit 27A to I-76 westbound will be directed to continue on I-295 northbound
• Take the left Exit 27B (old Exit 27) ramp to I-76 westbound

Friday, January 10

Route 42 northbound Closure

Beginning at 10 p.m. Friday, January 10 until 6 a.m. Saturday, January 11, the right lane on Route 42 northbound is scheduled to be closed after Exit 14B/Benigo Boulevard and the Route 42 northbound Exit 1B to I-295 northbound is scheduled to be closed. The following detour will be in place:

Route 42 northbound Exit 1B ramp to I-295 northbound Detour:

• ·         Motorists traveling on Route 42 northbound wishing to take Exit 1B to I-295 northbound will be directed to continue on Route 42 northbound to I-76 westbound  
• ·         Take I-76 westbound to Exit 2/I-676 northbound
• ·         Take I-676 northbound to Exit 1/Collings Avenue
• ·         Turn right onto Collings Avenue
• ·         Turn left onto I-676 southbound, which becomes I-76 eastbound
• ·         Take I-76 eastbound to Exit 1B/I-295 northbound

The closures are necessary for overhang bracket installation as part of the construction of the new Browning Road Bridge.

The work is part of the Direct Connection project that will provide a seamless route for I-295 motorists traveling through the interchange of I-295, I-76, and Route 42. To sign up for I-295 Direct Connect project updates go to 295DirectConnect.com or text CONNECT to 1-844-844-3681.

Portable variable message signs are being utilized to provide advance notification to the public of all traffic pattern changes associated with the work. The precise timing of the work is subject to change due to weather or other factors. 

Motorists are encouraged to check NJDOT's traffic information website www.511nj.org for real-time travel information, and for NJDOT news follow us on X (Twitter) @NewJerseyDOT, the NJDOT Facebook page, or on Instagram @NewJersey.DOT.

(Trenton) – Route 5, Route 120, and Route 124 are scheduled to have single lane closures during the day over the next several weeks to reset manholes and repair drainage inlets in various locations, in Bergen and Union counties. At least one lane or alternating traffic will be maintained on each roadway during construction.

Route 5 Daytime Lane Closures

From 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. tomorrow, Thursday, July 18 and continuing daily Monday through Friday for the next several weeks, Route 5 is scheduled to be closed in one direction between Ray Avenue in Ridgefield and Inwood Terrace in Fort Lee, Bergen County and between Arcadian Way in Fort Lee and River Road/CR 505 in Edgewater, Bergen County. Alternating traffic will be maintained on Route 5 during construction.

Route 120 Daytime Lane Closures

From 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. tomorrow, Thursday, July 18 and continuing daily Monday through Friday for the next several weeks, a single lane on Route 124 northbound and southbound is scheduled to be closed between Route 3 in East Rutherford and the Route 120 Bridge over Berry’s Creek in Carlstadt, Bergen County. At least one lane will be maintained on Route 120 in both directions during construction.

Route 124 Daytime Lane Closures

From 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. tomorrow, Thursday, July 18 and continuing daily Monday through Friday for the next several weeks, a single lane on Route 124 northbound and southbound is scheduled to be closed between Molter Avenue and Springfield Avenue (Route 124 westbound)/Morris Avenue (Route 82) in Springfield, Union County and between Valley Road in Union Township and Milburn Avenue/CR 630 in Maplewood, Union County. Where possible, at least one lane will be maintained on Route 124 in both directions. Where Route 124 is one lane in each direction, alternating traffic will be maintained during construction.

This work is part of a $10.5 million state funded project that will mill and pave, as well as improve drainage, upgrade ADA-compliant curb ramps and sidewalks, restripe and make other necessary improvements, on approximately two and a half miles of Route 5, approximately two miles of Route 120 and approximately one mile of Route 124. This project is expected to be completed by spring 2025.

The precise timing of the work is subject to change due to weather or other factors. Motorists are encouraged to check NJDOT's traffic information website www.511nj.org for real-time travel information and for NJDOT news follow us on X (Twitter) @NewJerseyDOT and on the NJDOT Facebook page.

New Jersey Department of Transportation (NJDOT) officials today announced that Route 18 northbound is scheduled to be closed and detoured tonight at Rues Lane as a pavement project advances in East Brunswick, Middlesex County.

Beginning at 9:30 p.m. tonight, Thursday, June 13, until 4:30 a.m. tomorrow, Friday, June 14, and again on Friday night, June 14, at the same time, Route 18 northbound is scheduled to be closed from Rues Lane to Racetrack Road. The closure is necessary for gas main work. The following detour will be in place:

Route 18 northbound:

• Motorists on Route 18 northbound will be directed to turn right onto Rues Lane
• Turn left onto Old Bridge Turnpike/CR 527
• Turn left onto Racetrack Road
• Turn right onto Route 18 northbound

This work is part of the $86.1 million federally funded Route 18, East Brunswick, Drainage and Pavement Rehabilitation project that will make repairs on approximately four and a half miles of Route 18 in East Brunswick, Middlesex County. Work includes milling and paving, improvements to the drainage systems and storm water basins, utility relocation, installation of new sidewalks and ADA-compliant curb ramps and upgrading guiderail. Improvements will also be made to various intersections throughout the project limits. The project is expected to be completed in fall 2026.

Variable messaging signs are being utilized to provide advance notification to the motoring public of all traffic pattern changes associated with the work. The precise timing of the work is subject to change due to weather or other factors.

Motorists are encouraged to check NJDOT’s traffic information website www.511nj.org for construction updates and real-time travel information and for NJDOT news follow us on X (Twitter) @NewJerseyDOT or on the NJDOT Facebook page.

Route 55 single lane closures required in both directions
over the next several weeks in Gloucester County

Route 42 southbound lane closures at Route 55 southbound, as needed

(Trenton) – Route 55 is expected to have overnight lane closures in both directions over the next several weeks between Whig Lane/CR 619 in Elk Township to Route 42 in Deptford, Gloucester County. In addition, right lane closures on Route 42 southbound will be required when work is taking place at the Route 55/Route 42 interchange.

Beginning at 8 p.m. tonight, Monday, May 13, until 5 a.m. Tuesday, May 14, and continuing nightly Monday through Friday at the same times for the next several weeks, single lane closures on Route 55 northbound and southbound are scheduled in various locations from Whig Lane/CR 619 to Route 42. The lane closures are necessary for paving and rumble strip removal. At least one lane will be maintained during construction. Motorists are advised to slow down, use caution, and expect delays while driving through the work zone.

In addition, from 9 p.m. tonight, Monday, May 13, until 5 a.m. Tuesday, May 14, and as needed Monday through Friday nights at the same time for the next several weeks, the two right lanes on Route 42 southbound will be closed at Exit 13 to assist with the pavement preservation work and improve safety for the work zone on Route 55 southbound. Access to Exit 13 will be maintained. Motorists are advised to slow down, use caution, and expect delays.

NJDOT does not allow lane closures Friday through Sunday on major shore routes during the summer season, Memorial Day through Labor Day, unless emergency work is required. Construction on Route 55 in both directions will be restricted to Monday through Thursday nights during this time.

This work is part of an $8.2 million federally funded project that will preserve approximately 12 miles of pavement on Route 55 between Whig Lane/CR 619 in Elk Township to Route 42 in Deptford, Gloucester County. This project includes paving most ramps within the project limits, replacing the existing Weigh In Motion system on Route 55 southbound at mile post 57.8, and replacing some drainage inlets and curbs. This project is expected to be completed in summer 2024.

The precise timing of the work is subject to change due to weather or other factors. Motorists are encouraged to check NJDOT's traffic information website www.511nj.org for real-time travel information and for NJDOT news follow us on X (Twitter) @NewJerseyDOT and on the NJDOT Facebook page.