I-287 Northbound Exit 21A Ramp to I-78 Eastbound Closed for Weekend Repairs in Bedminster

The New Jersey Department of Transportation announces temporary closure for final paving and installation work, with detours in effect from Friday evening to Monday morning.

Bedminster, Somerset County will see a closure of the I-287 northbound Exit 21A ramp to I-78 eastbound this weekend, beginning at 7 p.m. on Friday, August 25, and ending at 6 a.m. on Monday, August 28. The closure is essential for completing the final paving and installation of guiderails, signage, and permanent lighting.

Who:
The New Jersey Department of Transportation (NJDOT) will oversee the closure and repairs.

What:
The closure pertains to the I-287 northbound Exit 21A ramp to I-78 eastbound for necessary reconstruction and final paving of the permanent ramp.

When:
The closure and detour are scheduled to begin at 7 p.m. on Friday, August 25, and will continue until 6 a.m. on Monday, August 28.

Where:
The affected ramp is located in Bedminster, Somerset County.

Why:
The ramp was initially closed in June 2022 due to a sinkhole and was temporarily reopened with a makeshift ramp in July 2022. The closure now is required for the final reconstruction of the permanent ramp and the installation of necessary features.

How:
The following detour will be in effect during the closure:

• Motorists on I-287 northbound wishing to take Exit 21A to I-78 will continue on I-287 northbound.
• They will take Exit 26B/CR 525 north/Mt Airy Road north/Bernardsville.
• Motorists will stay right to take the ramp to I-287 southbound.
• They will then take Exit 21A to I-78 eastbound.

By Monday morning, the newly reconstructed permanent ramp will be open to traffic, and work will continue behind construction barriers to remove the temporary ramp. Ongoing electrical and drainage work will be carried out while the ramp remains open. The entire project is expected to be completed this fall.

The closure of the I-287 northbound Exit 21A ramp is a necessary step toward enhancing road safety and ensuring smoother traffic flow in the area. Motorists are encouraged to follow the detours and check NJDOT’s traffic information website www.511nj.org for construction updates and real-time travel information.