Maryland State Highway Administration Archives - Page 11 of 35

State Highway Administration kicks off Operation Clean Sweep Maryland to beautify roadways statewide

Posted on February 26, 2023 by Chris Montcalmo

BALTIMORE, MD—The Maryland Department of Transportation State Highway Administration on Friday launched “Operation Clean Sweep Maryland,” a new initiative that will nearly double the frequency of litter pickup and mowing efforts along Maryland roads. The program is beginning in the Baltimore and Washington, D.C. regions. “Maryland’s highways connect us to friends, family, schools, jobs and recreation, and serve as the […]

Northbound Harford Road shut down in Glen Arm due to downed utility pole

Posted on February 21, 2023 by Chris Montcalmo

GLEN ARM, MD—The Maryland State Highway Administration reports that northbound Harford Road has been shut down in the Glen Arm area. At just after 10 a.m. on Tuesday, SHA officials said that northbound Harford Road had been shut down at Notchcliff Road due to a downed utility pole. Motorists should use northbound Belair Road as an alternate route. Photo by […]

Baltimore County schools, offices to be closed for Presidents’ Day

Posted on February 19, 2023 by Chris Montcalmo

TOWSON, MD—Baltimore County government schools, offices, libraries, and the District and Circuit Courts will be closed on Monday, February 20, 2023 in recognition of Presidents’ Day. Health department clinics, libraries and senior centers will be closed, and CountyRide vans will not operate. Parking meters must be fed and Baltimore County Revenue Authority parking garages will be open as usual. Trash […]

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

Posted on February 8, 2023 by Chris Montcalmo

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 […]

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

Posted on January 23, 2023 by Chris Montcalmo

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 […]

Governor Hogan announces activation of emergency response operations for winter storm, urges caution for holiday travel

Posted on December 22, 2022 by Chris Montcalmo

ANNAPOLIS, MD—Governor Larry Hogan on Thursday announced that the state has activated emergency response operations ahead of the winter storm that is set to enter the region beginning overnight. With the storm expected to create hazardous conditions, state officials are urging Marylanders to closely monitor the forecast and adjust holiday travel plans as necessary, building in extra time in case […]

State Highway Administration crews applying salt brine, preparing for statewide winter storm

Posted on December 14, 2022 by Chris Montcalmo

BALTIMORE, MD—Winter weather is on the way and state officials are preparing Maryland’s roadways. A Winter Weather Advisory is in effect for the Baltimore area from late Wednesday night into Thursday morning. Maryland Department of Transportation State Highway Administration crews are performing an anti-icing operations, which involves the use of salt brine and water in preparation for the potential winter […]

Lanes, traffic to shift on westbound Route 40 in Joppa

Posted on December 1, 2022 by Chris Montcalmo

JOPPA, MD—The Maryland Department of Transportation State Highway Administration will implement a one-week traffic shift with lane closures on westbound US 40 in Joppa this week. The shift will occur along westbound Pulaski Highway at the intersection of Joppa Farm Road in Harford County beginning Friday, December 2, for concrete pavement work. Weather permitting, the work should be complete by […]