I-78 westbound lane closures this afternoon for emergency bridge repairs in Bedminster

Expect heavy congestion during the evening commute.

The New Jersey Department of Transportation (NJDOT) has issued an announcement for drivers in the Bedminster area. Emergency bridge repairs will cause lane closures on I-78 westbound starting this afternoon at approximately 3:30 p.m.

The center and right lanes of the highway will be closed after the merge with traffic from I-287, leaving only one lane open. The repairs, which will address concrete and joint issues on the Cowperthwaite Road overpass, are expected to cause heavy congestion and delays during the evening commute.

Drivers are advised to plan accordingly and check NJDOT's website, www.511nj.org, for updated information on the timing and progress of the repairs. Keep in mind that the repair schedule may be subject to change due to weather conditions or other unforeseen factors. Stay informed and stay safe on the road.