***TRAFFIC ALERT***

 

(June 6, 2014) – The Maryland State Highway Administration (SHA) has closed the westbound I-70 Bridge over the Patapsco River at the Baltimore/Howard County Line. Additionally, the ramps from the inner loop and outer loop of I-695 (Baltimore Beltway) to access westbound I-70 are closed.

“SHA is erring on the side of caution and closing the bridge until repairs can be initiated,” said SHA Administrator Melinda B. Peters.  “SHA bridge inspectors discovered an issue with the beam that requires immediate attention. We are asking motorists for patience as emergency repairs are made.”

SHA is adjusting the timing of traffic signals along US 40 (Baltimore National Pike) and MD 26 (Liberty Road) to accommodate the significant increase in traffic.

Maryland now features FREE 511 traveler information! Call 511 or 1-855-GOMD511 or visit www.md511.org for current travel information. Sign up to personalize travel route information through MY511 on the Web site. Remember to use 511 safely - Maryland law prohibits hand-held mobile phone use and texting while driving.

 

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