Crash and Widespread Road Construction Impacting Morris County Commuters

Travelers on I-287, I-80, NJ 10, US 46, and other major routes may experience delays due to active crash and construction zones throughout the region.

As of 1:46 p.m. on Tuesday, a crash on Interstate 287 southbound, north of Exit 39 (NJ Route 10) in Hanover Township, has closed the rightmost of four lanes, contributing to delays in the area. Emergency responders are currently on scene, and no estimated time for full lane reopening has been provided.

Meanwhile, motorists across Morris County and surrounding areas are facing numerous construction-related disruptions, with various closures affecting shoulders and travel lanes on key roadways. The following is a breakdown of current construction impacts as of Tuesday afternoon:

Major Construction Zones and Closures

I-287

• Southbound near Exit 37 (NJ 24) in Hanover Twp.: Left lane closed until 3:00 p.m.

I-80

• Westbound near Exit 35 (Mount Hope Ave) in Rockaway Twp.: Right shoulder closed until 2:30 p.m.

• Westbound near Exit 30 (Howard Blvd) in Roxbury Twp.: Right shoulder closed until 3:00 p.m.

US 46

• Multiple eastbound and westbound stretches affected across Parsippany-Troy Hills, Denville, Rockaway, Mountain Lakes, Mount Olive:

  • Right shoulders and occasional left shoulders closed in both directions.

  • Construction active from 7:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.

NJ 10

• Eastbound: Between Arrowgate Dr and Dover Chester Rd in Randolph Twp., one right lane and shoulder closed until 3:30 p.m.

• Westbound: Near Mount Pleasant Turnpike in Randolph Twp., one right lane and shoulder closed until 2:00 p.m.

NJ 23

• Northbound in Pequannock Twp.: Between CR 680/Jackson Ave and CR 660/Newark Pompton Turnpike, right shoulder closed until 3:00 p.m.

• Southbound overnight: Between Kinnelon Rd in Butler and Alexander Ave in Pequannock Twp., at least one lane closed until 6:00 a.m.

NJ 15

• Northbound and southbound: Through Jefferson Twp. and Rockaway Twp., right shoulders closed until 3:00 p.m.

NJ 183

• Northbound in Netcong: One of two lanes closed near Allen St., expected to remain shut until 5:00 a.m.

NJ 181

• Northbound in Jefferson Twp.: All lanes open, but construction is ongoing until 3:00 p.m.

Motorists are encouraged to use alternate routes when possible and allow for additional travel time due to the combined impact of the crash on I-287 and ongoing construction on several corridors. Delays are likely during the afternoon and evening rush hours, especially on highways where lane closures reduce capacity.

For up-to-date traffic conditions, drivers should consult 511NJ.org or use GPS navigation apps with real-time updates.

Local police and transportation crews continue to monitor and manage traffic flow in affected areas.