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Multiple Road Constructions Cause Traffic Delays Across Morris County
From I-80 to NJ 10, residents should prepare for lane and shoulder closures impacting travel throughout the day.
As Morris County residents go about their day, multiple road construction projects are causing significant traffic delays. Lane and shoulder closures are expected on various key routes such as I-80, NJ 10, and US 46 until late this afternoon.
Motorists traversing Morris County should brace for delays today, September 12, 2023, as various construction projects are underway. The most affected is Interstate 80 (I-80), where several lane and shoulder closures are scheduled until 3:00 PM.
The Crux: I-80
The first and perhaps the most prominent project is on I-80 eastbound, occurring between West of Exit 25 (US 206) in Mount Olive Township and Exit 27 (NJ 183/US 206) in Roxbury Township. The left lane will be closed until 3:00 PM.
In addition, there are multiple constructions on I-80 westbound that have the right shoulder closed in the vicinities of Exit 28 (CR 631/US 46), Exit 34 (NJ 15), and Exit 25 (US 206) in both Mount Olive and Roxbury Townships. These are expected to last until 2:30 PM.
Further Projects
Apart from I-80, there are also ongoing constructions on other key roads like NJ 10 and US 46. On NJ 10 westbound near Ramada Dr in East Hanover Township, the right shoulder will be closed until 3:00 PM. Construction is also active on US 46 in both directions in the vicinity of CR 669/Canfield Av in Mine Hill Township. One right lane and shoulder are expected to be closed until 3:00 PM.
Why the Construction?
Although the specific reasons for the construction projects were not disclosed, such activities usually aim to improve road safety and traffic flow. The closures today are expected to impact local traffic significantly, so alternative routes are recommended.
Residents and visitors are urged to use caution and to expect delays during the construction period. With multiple closures on major arteries, the effects will ripple throughout Morris County.
Today's construction activities underscore the need for infrastructure improvement but come with short-term inconveniences. While the construction activities are likely for the greater good of road safety and infrastructure improvement, the numerous closures and delays today serve as a reminder for residents to be cautious and to plan ahead.
