Major Watermain Break and Ongoing Construction Create Traffic Across Morris County

US 202 Watermain Break and Multiple Construction Projects on I-80 and NJ Routes Cause Road Closures and Detours.

A significant watermain break on US 202, south of Old Harter Rd in Morris Township, has led to the closure of all lanes and subsequent detours, intensifying traffic disruptions caused by numerous ongoing construction projects across Morris County.

Morris Township, NJ – Morris County residents are facing a challenging day on the roads as a major watermain break on US 202, just south of Old Harter Rd, has resulted in the closure of all lanes in both directions, leading to significant detours and traffic delays. The break, reported at 1:05 PM today, adds to the already congested traffic conditions due to multiple construction projects on key routes including I-80 and NJ 10.

The watermain break, which occurred in a critical section of US 202, is causing considerable inconvenience to commuters and residents alike. Emergency services and repair crews are on the scene, working diligently to address the situation. However, the timeframe for the completion of these repairs remains uncertain, prompting local authorities to advise commuters to seek alternative routes.

In addition to the watermain break, various construction projects are adding to the traffic woes in the county. 

• I-80 Local Lanes Westbound and Eastbound: Construction near Exit 43 - I-287 in Parsippany-Troy Hills Township and Exit 34 - NJ 15 in Wharton. Right shoulder closures are in effect until the afternoon.
• NJ 23: Lane restrictions from north of Alexander Avenue in Pequannock Township to north of Maple Lake Road in Kinnelon.
• US 46: Multiple segments in Dover, Parsippany-Troy Hills Township, Mount Olive Township, and Mountain Lakes are undergoing construction with lane and shoulder closures.
• NJ 10: Various construction sites reported from Williams Parkway to River Road in East Hanover Township and beyond.

These construction activities, part of ongoing infrastructure improvements, are scheduled to continue until late afternoon, with estimated completion times ranging from 2:30 PM to 4:00 PM. The right shoulders on various segments of these highways are closed, and in some cases, lane closures are also in effect.

As Morris County grapples with these traffic disruptions, local officials are urging drivers to exercise caution and patience.

	Watermain break	US 202	As of 1:05pm, there's a Watermain break on US 202 in both directions South of Old Harter Rd in Morris Twp. All lanes closed and detoured.
	Construction	I-80	As of 9:01am, there's Construction on I-80 local lanes westbound in the vicinity of Exit 43 - I-287 in Parsippany-Troy Hills Twp. Right shoulder closed until 2:30 PM.
	Construction	I-80	As of 9:01am, there's Construction on I-80 eastbound in the vicinity of Exit 34 - NJ 15 in Wharton. Right shoulder closed until 3:00 PM.
	Construction	NJ 23	As of 9:00am, there's Construction on NJ 23 in both directions from North of Alexander Av in Pequannock Twp to North of Maple Lake Rd in Kinnelon. Right shoulder closed until 3:00 PM.
	Construction	US 46	As of 9:00am, there's Construction on US 46 westbound CR 659/Blackwell St in Dover. 1 Right lane closed until 3:00 PM.
	Construction	I-80	As of 9:00am, there's Construction on I-80 local lanes westbound in the vicinity of Exit 43 - I-287 in Parsippany-Troy Hills Twp. Right shoulder closed until 3:00 PM.
	Construction	NJ 10	As of 9:00am, there's Construction on NJ 10 westbound from Williams Pkwy to In the vicinity of CR 632 in East Hanover Twp. 1 Right lane closed until 2:30 PM.
	Construction	NJ 10	As of 9:00am, there's Construction on NJ 10 westbound from Harrison Av in Morris Plains to In the vicinity of Franklin Rd in Denville Twp. 1 Right lane closed until 3:00 PM.
	Construction	NJ 10	As of 9:00am, there's Construction on NJ 10 eastbound ramp to Dryden Way in Hanover Twp. 1 Left lane closed until 3:00 PM.
	Construction	NJ 10	As of 9:00am, there's Construction on NJ 10 eastbound from In the vicinity of River Rd in East Hanover Twp to In the vicinity of Summit St in West Orange Twp. 1 Right lane and shoulder closed until 3:00 PM.
	Construction	NJ 15	As of 9:00am, there's Construction on NJ 15 in both directions in the vicinity of CR 699/Berkshire Valley Rd in Rockaway Twp. 1 Right lane closed until 3:00 PM.
	Construction	US 46	As of 8:00am, there's Construction on US 46 westbound West of CR 637/Beverwyck Rd in Parsippany-Troy Hills Twp. Right shoulder closed until 4:00 PM.
	Construction	US 46	As of 7:00am, there's Construction on US 46 eastbound East of CR 649/Netcong Rd in Mount Olive Twp. Right shoulder closed until 3:30 PM.
	Construction	US 46	As of 7:00am, there's Construction on US 46 eastbound West of CR 618/Mountain Lakes Blvd in Mountain Lakes. Right shoulder closed until 3:00 PM.
	Construction	I-80	As of 7:00am, there's Construction on I-80 westbound in the vicinity of Exit 42 - US 202/Littleton Rd in Parsippany-Troy Hills Twp. Right shoulder closed until 2:30 PM.
	Construction	I-80	As of 7:00am, there's Construction on I-80 westbound in the vicinity of Exit 37 - CR 513/Hibernia Ave in Rockaway Twp. Right shoulder closed until 2:30 PM.
	Construction	I-80	As of 7:00am, there's Construction on I-80 westbound in the vicinity of Exit 42 - US 202/Littleton Rd in Parsippany-Troy Hills Twp. Right shoulder closed until 3:00 PM.
	Construction	I-80	As of 7:00am, there's Construction on I-80 westbound in the vicinity of Exit 37 - CR 513/Hibernia Ave in Rockaway Twp. Right shoulder closed until 3:00 PM.