I-80 Sinkhole Shuts Down Lanes; Roadwork on US 46, NJ 23, and More

Morris County area sees multiple closures and lane shifts due to emergency repairs and routine construction.

Motorists in Morris County and beyond should brace for significant traffic disruptions due to a sinkhole on I-80 and widespread construction projects on various highways, the New Jersey Department of Transportation reported. Below is a comprehensive overview of current closures, detours, and lane reductions.

Emergency Sinkhole Closure on I-80

I-80 Eastbound at Exit 34 (NJ 15) in Wharton

All lanes closed and detoured as of 7:24 a.m. due to emergency construction to repair a sinkhole.
No immediate timeline for reopening, with crews working to stabilize the roadway and ensure driver safety.

Major Highway Construction and Lane Closures

NJ 23:

Southbound: Between South of CR 513/Green Rd in Jefferson Twp and Paterson Hamburg Tpke in West Milford Twp. Right lane closed until 3:00 p.m. (Posted 11:00 a.m.)

Southbound: Between North of CR 618/Kinnelon Rd/Keil Rd in Butler and North of Alexander Ave in Pequannock Twp. Right lane closed until 3:00 p.m. (Posted 9:00 a.m.)

Northbound: Between Alexander Ave in Pequannock Twp and CR 618/Kinnelon Rd/Keil Rd in Butler. Right lane closed until 5:00 p.m. (Posted 7:00 a.m.)

NJ 24:

Eastbound: East of I-287 in Morris Twp. Right lane closed until 12:00 p.m. (Posted 10:00 a.m.)

NJ 124:

Eastbound: From Waverly Pl/CR 608 in Madison to CR 649/John F Kennedy Pkwy in Summit. One right lane closed until 3:00 p.m. (Posted 7:00 a.m.)

I-287

Northbound: Between Exit 47 (US 202) in Montville Twp. Left lane closed until 2:30 p.m. (Posted 9:46 a.m.)

Southbound: At South of Exit 41 – I-80 in Parsippany-Troy Hills Twp. Right shoulder closed until 2:59 p.m. (Posted 8:59 a.m.)

I-80 (Additional Work)

Westbound: Exit 30 (Howard Blvd, Mount Arlington) – All lanes shifted for a bridge replacement project. Left lane remains shifted until further notice (Posted 7:24 a.m.)

Westbound: Near Exit 25 – US 206 in Mount Olive Twp. Right shoulder closed until 12:00 p.m. (Posted 9:00 a.m.)

Eastbound: Near Exit 25 – US 206 in Mount Olive Twp. Right shoulder closed until 12:00 p.m. (Posted 9:00 a.m.)

Local Lanes Westbound: Near Exit 43 – I-287 in Parsippany-Troy Hills Twp. Right shoulder closed until 2:59 p.m. (Posted 8:59 a.m.)

US 46:

Eastbound:

Vicinity of CR 644/Main St in Rockaway Twp. Right lane closed until 3:00 p.m. (Posted 9:00 a.m.; also repeated at 8:00 a.m.)

From East of CR 654/Cherry Hill Rd to US 202/CR 511/Parsippany Blvd in Parsippany-Troy Hills Twp. Right lane closed until 3:00 p.m. (Posted 9:00 a.m.)

In the vicinity of I-80 in Parsippany-Troy Hills Twp. Right shoulder closed until 3:00 p.m. (Posted 7:22 a.m.)

In the vicinity of CR 604/NJ 182/Willow Grove St in Washington Twp. Left lane closed until 2:00 p.m. (Posted 9:00 a.m.)

Westbound:

From US 202/CR 511/Parsippany Blvd to East of CR 654/Cherry Hill Rd in Parsippany-Troy Hills Twp. Right lane closed until 3:00 p.m. (Posted 9:00 a.m.)

Vicinity of CR 644/Main St in Denville Twp. Right lane closed until 3:00 p.m. (Posted 9:00 a.m.; repeated at 8:00 a.m.)

In the vicinity of I-80 in Parsippany-Troy Hills Twp. Right shoulder closed until 3:00 p.m. (Posted 7:22 a.m.)

Both Directions:

East of CR 618/Mountain Lakes Blvd in Mountain Lakes. One right lane closed until 3:00 p.m. (Posted 9:00 a.m.)

Traveler Advice

Alternative Routes: With the I-80 eastbound closure in Wharton, drivers should consider US 46, NJ 10, or local roads.
Allow Extra Time: Extensive lane closures on US 46, NJ 23, and I-287 may lead to heavier-than-usual congestion.
Observe Work Zone Safety: Stay vigilant, reduce speed, and follow posted detours and lane shifts, especially around the sinkhole on I-80.
Monitor Updates: Real-time traffic apps, NJDOT advisories, and local media can provide ongoing construction or reopening news.

Commuters and freight haulers alike should plan for slower travel through northern New Jersey’s critical highway corridors. Construction crews and emergency responders are striving to keep disruptions to a minimum while ensuring roadway safety. Drivers are urged to proceed with caution and patience.