Sinkhole Causes Emergency Closure on I-80 Eastbound Near Wharton

Construction Projects Impact Multiple Morris County Highways

A sinkhole has led to an emergency closure on Interstate 80 eastbound at Exit 34 – NJ 15 in Wharton, with all lanes shut down and traffic being detoured. The issue, reported as of 8:15 a.m. today, is under active repair by emergency crews. Motorists are urged to seek alternate routes and expect delays.

In addition to the sinkhole-related closure, several construction projects are affecting major roadways across Morris County, leading to lane closures and detours:

I-287 Northbound: Construction between Exit 47 – US 202 in Montville Township has closed the right lane until 3:00 p.m.

I-80 Westbound: Local lanes near Exit 43 – I-287 in Parsippany-Troy Hills are experiencing a right lane closure until 2:59 p.m.

US 202 Southbound: One right lane and shoulder closed near I-287 in Montville Township until 3:00 p.m.

US 46 Eastbound and Westbound: Multiple construction projects in Rockaway, Denville, and Parsippany-Troy Hills have resulted in right lane or shoulder closures until 3:00–3:30 p.m.

NJ 23 Southbound: A right lane closure from Butler to Pequannock Township until 3:00 p.m., and a northbound closure in Pequannock and Butler until 5:00 p.m.

NJ 10 Westbound: A right lane closure from Parsippany-Troy Hills to Denville Township until 3:00 p.m.

NJ 53 in Denville Township: A right shoulder closure between Luger Road and I-80 until 3:00 p.m.

NJ 124 Eastbound: A right lane closure from Madison to Summit until 3:00 p.m.

Additionally, ongoing bridge work on I-80 westbound at Exit 30 – Howard Boulevard in Mount Arlington has caused a lane shift until further notice as part of the Bridges over Howard Boulevard Replacement Project.

Drivers should plan for possible delays and detours on these routes and check traffic updates before heading out.