Traffic Alert: Multiple Road Construction Projects Impact Morris County

Drivers face detours and delays across multiple roadways due to ongoing construction projects today.

Morristown, NJ – As of early this morning, roadwork activities have initiated closures and lane restrictions on several major routes in Morris County, causing potential traffic delays for local commuters. Key impacted areas include:

NJ 23 Southbound in Riverdale: As of 9:06 AM, construction work has closed two right lanes north of CR 511A/Boulevard. The closures are expected to last until 3:00 PM.

NJ 53 in Denville Township: Construction on NJ 53 has caused a lane shift in both directions near Luger Rd as of 9:00 AM. The shift will continue until 3:30 PM.

US 46 in Denville and Rockaway Townships: Ongoing roadwork has led to the closure of one right lane on US 46 from east of I-80 in Denville Twp to CR 644/Main St in Rockaway Twp since 9:00 AM. Another segment west of CR 669/Canfield Av in Mine Hill Twp also sees one right lane closed.

NJ 24 in Chatham: All lanes remain open, but motorists should be cautious of construction activities west of Exit 7 - NJ 124/JFK Parkway until 3:30 PM.

NJ 15 in Jefferson Township: Construction near NJ 181/Espanong Rd/Weldon Rd has resulted in one right lane being closed since 9:00 AM.

US 46 in Mountain Lakes and Parsippany-Troy Hills: As early as 8:00 AM, construction began on US 46 affecting both directions in the vicinity of CR 618/Mountain Lakes Blvd with the right shoulder closed. Another segment from west of CR 637/Beverwyck Rd to west of NJ 23/Pompton Av in Wayne Twp sees one right lane and shoulder closed.

NJ 15 Southbound in Jefferson Township: A significant closure involves all lanes on NJ 15 southbound north of CR 699/Berkshire Valley Rd, due to the closure of the bridge over the Rockaway River. This closure is expected to last indefinitely, with all traffic being detoured.

Local residents and commuters are advised to plan alternate routes or expect delays while traveling through these areas. Stay updated with real-time traffic reports and adjust your travel plans accordingly to avoid inconvenience.