Weekend-Long Detour of Southbound I-895 at Moravia Road

The Baltimore City Department of Transportation (BCDOT) would like to advise motorists that the MDOT MDTA will be temporarily closing southbound I-895 at Moravia Road in Baltimore City this weekend so that crews can perform work on overhead electronic lane control signals. 

On Friday, October 2, 2020 southbound I-895 at Moravia Road will be closed to through traffic starting at 10:00 p.m. with detours in effect, weather permitting.  This portion of southbound I-895 will remain closed to traffic until 4:30 a.m. on Monday, October 5, 2020.  Motorists will be directed to Moravia Road (Exit 14) with access to westbound US 40 or southbound I-95 during this time.

This weekend closure of southbound I-895 at Moravia Road may cause congestion and delays.  Motorists are encouraged to use I-695/Key Bridge or I-95/Fort McHenry Tunnel as alternate routes.  Additional details about this project can be found at 895bmore.com.

Winner Avenue One-Way Conversion for Preakness Festivities

This Saturday, a one-way traffic conversion will be implemented along a portion of Winner Avenue for Preakness festivities. 

On Saturday, October 3, 2020, Winner Avenue will be converted to a one-way traffic pattern northbound between Hayward Avenue and Northern Parkway from approximately 6:00 a.m. to 11:00 p.m.  In addition, various parking restrictions will be implemented in the vicinity of Pimlico Race Course for the event.

Motorists should pay close attention to posted parking restrictions and be on the watch for changing traffic patterns in this area.

Lane Closures Along the Jones Falls Expressway

The BCDOT would like to advise motorists that temporary lane closures will be implemented along the Jones Falls Expressway this Saturday for jersey wall repairs.

On Saturday, October 3, 2020 temporary left lane closures will be implemented along the Jones Falls Expressway between Chase Street and Northern Parkway from 6:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. 

Motorists traveling in this vicinity should be on the watch for changing traffic patterns and are encouraged to use alternate routes.

Greene Street Lane Closures

This Saturday, temporary lane closures will be implemented along a portion of Greene Street for a crane lift operation. 

On Saturday, October 3, 2020, temporary lane closures will be implemented along Greene Street between Lexington and Fayette Streets from 6:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Motorists traveling in this vicinity should be on the watch for changing traffic patterns and are encouraged to use alternate routes.

Redwood Street Crane Operation

This Saturday, a portion of Redwood Street will be temporarily closed for a crane lift operation. 

On Saturday, October 3, 2020, Redwood Street will be closed to through traffic between Paca and Eutaw Streets from 6:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. with detours and parking restrictions in effect. 

Motorists traveling in this vicinity should be on the watch for changing traffic patterns and are encouraged to use alternate routes.

Weekend Road Closures in Fell’s Point Through October 31, 2020

The BCDOT would like to advise motorists that weekend road closures will be implemented in Fell’s Point through the end of October.

At this time, the following roadways are closed to through traffic in Fell’s Point:

• Thames Street from the southbound lane of Broadway to the west side of The Pendry
• Northbound lane of S. Broadway between Thames and Lancaster Streets

Additional road closures will also be implemented in Fell’s Point every Thursday through Sunday from 7:00 p.m. to 3:00 a.m. the following morning through October 31, 2020.  These road closures include:

• Lancaster Street at Bond Street
• Lancaster Street at Ann Street
• Thames Street at Caroline Street
• Thames Street at Ann Street
• Broadway at Aliceanna Street
• Broadway at Fleet Street
• Broadway at Eastern Avenue

Additional road closures may be implemented in the Fell’s Point area if needed for safety reasons.  Various parking restrictions are now in effect along Thames Street, Broadway and other areas of Fell’s Point.  Visitors should pay close attention to all posted parking restrictions and avoid parking in restricted areas.  Residential Permit Parking (RPP) regulations will be strictly enforced in Fell’s Point (RPP Area 16) and vehicles parked in violation will be ticketed. 

A passenger loading zone has been established in the 800 block of S. Broadway (southbound) north of Shakespeare Street to allow for customer order pick-ups and delivery vehicles.  Local access will be maintained for authorized vehicles such as refuse and delivery trucks, Zip Cars, etc.  In addition, parking will be allowed along the 800 block of S. Broadway each Saturday from 5:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. for Fell’s Point Farmers Market vendors.

Motorists traveling in historic Fell’s Point should be on the watch for changing traffic patterns and are encouraged to use alternate routes. 

Weekend Road Closures in Canton

This weekend, temporary road closures and parking restrictions will be implemented in Canton to allow for outdoor dining.

Starting on Friday, October 2nd and continuing through Sunday, October 4, 2020, the following roadways will be closed in Canton from 12:00 noon to 10:00 p.m. each day with detours and parking restrictions in effect:

• O’Donnell Street (both the east and west sides) between Linwood and Potomac Streets
• Curley Street from O’Donnell Street east and west to the alleyways

Curb lane closures will also be implemented along the following roadways during these times:

• S. Linwood Street between O’Donnell and Elliot Streets
• S. Linwood Street between O’Donnell and Dillon Streets
• S. Potomac Street between O’Donnell and Dillon Streets

Canton visitors and residents should pay close attention to all posted parking restrictions and avoid parking in restricted areas.  Motorists traveling in this vicinity should be on the watch for changing traffic patterns and are encouraged to use alternate routes. 

Cross Street Closure in Federal Hill to Allow for Outdoor Dining

The BCDOT would like to remind motorists that a portion of Cross Street has been closed in Federal Hill to allow for outdoor dining.

At this time, the north side of S. Cross Street is closed to through traffic between Light and Charles Streets with detours and parking restrictions in effect.

Motorists traveling in historic Federal Hill should be on the watch for changing traffic patterns and are encouraged to use alternate routes. 

Portion of Loch Raven Drive at Loch Raven Reservoir Remains Closed to Traffic

The BCDOT would like to remind motorists that a portion of Loch Raven Drive in Baltimore County is now closed to through traffic due to a failed culvert.

At this time, Loch Raven Drive is closed between Morgan Mill Road and Providence Road at Loch Raven Reservoir.  The timeframe for reopening the roadway has not yet been determined.   

Closure and detour signs have been posted in the area.  Motorists traveling in this vicinity should be on the watch for changing traffic patterns and are encouraged to use alternate routes.

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