Utility relocation project to affect traffic on Putty Hill Avenue in Overlea

OVERLEA, MD—Motorists can expect to see some construction along a busy Overlea road in the coming months. The Maryland State Highway Administration has announced that a utility relocation project will take place along westbound Putty Hill Avenue prior to the bridge over I-695. Drivers can expect to temporary shoulder closures between 9 a.m. and 3 p.m. on weekdays. The project […]

Driver ejected after tractor-trailer falls from Baltimore County bridge, Metro shut down

UPDATE: The Metro has reopened but I-795 remains shut down.  Baltimore County Public Schools officials have issued the following statement: BCPS is preparing for possible traffic delays this afternoon due to a serious accident that is impacting I-695 and I-795 near Pikesville.  (The Baltimore County Fire Department) has advised motorists to avoid the impacted areas. Bus transportation may be impacted […]

Public comment period under way for I-95 ETL Northbound Extension, I-695 ramps toll rate range setting

BALTIMORE, MD—At Thursday’s meeting of the Maryland Transportation Authority Board, MDTA staff presented an updated proposal and public hearing dates as part of the toll rate range setting process for the new I-95 Express Toll Lanes (ETL) Northbound Extension and I-695 ramps.  The toll proposal mirrors the existing ETL tolling plan. The project combines safety and environmental enhancements, congestion relief, new community […]

Overnight lane closures expected along northeast corner of I-695 this week

NOTTINGHAM, MD—Motorists using I-695 can expect some lane closures and delays around the Nottingham area this week. The Maryland State Highway Administration says that motorists can expect single lane closures along both the inner and outer loops from the York Road exit to the Belair Road exit while crews evaluate existing conditions. Single land and shoulder closures will take place […]

Crash reported on I-695 in Parkville

PARKVILLE, MD—Crews are on the scene of a Tuesday afternoon crash on I-695 in Baltimore County. The crash was reported at around 1 p.m. between the Loch Raven Boulevard and Perring Parkway exits. Several outer loop lanes are closed between the two exits. There has been no word on any injuries.  Motorists should use caution in the area.

I-695 inner loop shut down due to crash

UPDATE: All lanes have been reopened. Only the right shoulder remains closed. Original story below… ——— TOWSON, MD—Crews are on the scene of a Friday morning crash on I-695. The crash was reported at around 6 a.m. along the inner loop at Providence Road. One person is trapped and a rescue squad is using the jaws of life, according to […]