Morris County Commuters Face Heavy Traffic and Numerous Construction Projects

Residents of Morris County, New Jersey are advised to plan for delays as heavy traffic and multiple construction events disrupt usual travel routes today.

A combination of heavy traffic and construction projects across major highways in Morris County is causing potential delays for commuters this morning, with effects expected to last through the afternoon.

Local motorists are warned of heavy traffic and various construction projects on major roads and highways, including US 46, NJ 15, I-287, and NJ 10, impacting travel throughout the day.

• Heavy Traffic on US 46:
  As of 8:25 am, eastbound traffic on US 46 in the vicinity of I-80 in Mount Olive Township is experiencing heavy congestion. Current travel time delays are expected to be less than 5 minutes.
• Construction on NJ 15:
  Beginning at 9:00 am, construction on NJ 15 in both directions near CR 699/Berkshire Valley Rd in Rockaway Township has led to the closure of one right lane until 3:00 PM.
• I-287 Construction:
  Multiple construction events on I-287 are scheduled for today. Locations include Exit 33 - Harter Rd/US 202 in Harding Township, between Exit 47 - US 202 in Montville Township, and in the vicinity of Exit 41 and Exit 44 - US 202 in Parsippany-Troy Hills Township. Right shoulders and left lanes will be closed at different sections until 2:00 PM or 3:00 PM depending on the location.
• NJ 10 and NJ 23 Construction:
  Several projects on NJ 10 and NJ 23 are slated throughout the day. These include westbound construction on NJ 10 near Johnson Rd in Parsippany-Troy Hills Township and CR 665 in Randolph Township, with one right or left lane closed until 3:00 PM. NJ 23 construction will affect both directions from North of Alexander Av in Pequannock Township to North of Maple Lake Rd in Kinnelon, with the right shoulder closed until 3:00 PM.

The local authorities urge commuters to be cautious and consider alternate routes or expect delays. The coordination of multiple construction projects and heavy traffic conditions is seen as a necessary inconvenience to facilitate road maintenance and improvements, ultimately benefiting the residents of Morris County. The above projects are all part of ongoing efforts to ensure safety and enhance transportation within the region.

For real-time updates on traffic conditions, residents are encouraged to consult NJs 511 center.