​(June 8, 2020) – The Maryland Department of Transportation State Highway Administration (MDOT SHA) will begin construction this week on the MD 212A from Pine Street to US 1 (Baltimore Avenue) Urban Reconstruction Project in Prince George’s County. The project is scheduled to be complete by summer 2022.  

Motorists can expect single lane closures on MD 212A within the project limits Monday through Friday, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Crews will begin with patch and repair work on Wednesday, June 10, weather permitting.   

To view an online presentation with an overview of the project and its construction schedule, click HERE.

MDOT SHA works hard to maintain safe traffic mobility in work zones for our crews as well as our customers. Drivers need to stay alert, focus on driving and, look for reduced speed limits, as well as other pattern changes. Drive like you work here and slowdown in construction zones.

For a list of all major MDOT SHA projects, go to Project Portal. Visit our homepage at roads.maryland.gov. For a look at real-time traffic conditions, go to md511.maryland.gov.

Editor’s Note

MDOT SHA has a record amount of highway construction projects underway across the state to reduce congestion and improve safety.  From intersection improvements to widening and new interchange construction, MDOT SHA is investing in projects to enhance the commute and daily travel for millions of Marylanders.  MDOT SHA maintains more than 2,500 bridges and 17,000 miles of non-toll state roads – the interstate, US and state numbered routes in Maryland’s 23 counties.