Crashes, Delays and Construction Impact Major North Jersey Highways

Afternoon commuters face significant slowdowns due to crashes, volume-related delays, and widespread construction across key roadways including I-80, the New Jersey Turnpike, and the George Washington Bridge.

MORRISTOWN, NJ — Drivers across North Jersey are facing a range of traffic disruptions this afternoon, with both unplanned incidents and ongoing construction projects contributing to delays on major roadways. As of early afternoon, transportation authorities have reported a crash, volume-related backups, and extensive lane closures due to infrastructure work.

Crash on NJ Turnpike Near Ridgefield Park

As of 2:22 p.m., a crash on the New Jersey Turnpike/I-80 northbound near Ridgefield Park is blocking one right lane just south of the express and local lane split at I-80. The incident is expected to cause delays while crews work to clear the scene. No estimated time of clearance has been provided.

Delays at Key Hudson Crossings and Arterial Roads

Commuters heading eastbound toward New York City are experiencing delays on both levels of the George Washington Bridge, with travel times reported at approximately 15 minutes from I-80 to the Alexander Hamilton Bridge on I-95 as of 2:08 p.m. All lanes remain open, and the delays are attributed to typical afternoon congestion.

Meanwhile, on the Hudson County Extension of the New Jersey Turnpike, westbound traffic approaching Interchange 14A (NJ 440/Bayonne Bridge) in Jersey City is slowed due to volume. All lanes are open, but congestion has been reported as of 2:27 p.m.

Other volume-related slowdowns include a two-mile delay on the NJ Turnpike Western Spur southbound near Interchange 15W (I-280) in Kearny and US 1&9/Tonnelle Avenue southbound from Secaucus Road in North Bergen to Manhattan Avenue in Jersey City.

Construction Disruptions Affecting I-80, US 46, I-287 and More

Numerous construction projects are also contributing to the slow traffic. Highlights include:

• I-80, with multiple construction zones westbound between Totowa and West Paterson, as well as eastbound between Wayne and Paterson. Right shoulders are closed in these areas through 3:00 p.m.

• A ramp closure on I-80 East at Exit 56B (Squirrelwood Rd) in Woodland Park is also in effect until November 18, 2025.

• I-287 northbound near Exit 33 in Harding Township has a right shoulder closure until 3:00 p.m.

• On US 46, several segments in Parsippany-Troy Hills, Mountain Lakes, Fairfield, and Denville are undergoing shoulder or lane closures through the afternoon.

• NJ 208 in Fair Lawn and Hawthorne is under repeated closures on both directions with right shoulder impacts until 3:00 p.m.

• US 202 northbound in Wayne Township and NJ 17 northbound in Rutherford and Lyndhurst are also impacted.

• Additionally, major port-area roadways in Newark, including Corbin Street, Port Street, and Inner Port Street, are undergoing extended closures or lane restrictions due to long-term construction projects expected to last through December 2025.

Impacts for Local Drivers

With many of these roads serving as key commuter and freight routes, drivers are advised to plan alternate routes or expect extended travel times, especially through peak afternoon hours. Motorists can monitor real-time updates from NJDOT or 511NJ to stay informed.

Authorities have not provided expected clearance times for the delays, and construction work is generally scheduled to continue until mid-to-late afternoon unless otherwise noted.

For continuing traffic alerts and travel advisories in Morris County and surrounding regions, follow local DOT updates or check back for further developments.