​(June 3, 2021) – The Maryland Department of Transportation State Highway (MDOT SHA) is resurfacing the I-95/I-495 (Capital Beltway) bridges over Suitland Road in Upper Marlboro, Prince George’s County. Work began Tuesday, June 1, and is part of a project replacing Capital Beltway bridges. MDOT SHA expects to complete the project this summer.   

Crews are removing and replacing the top layer of asphalt and adding line striping. Motorists can expect the following lane closures:   

• Single-lane closures weekdays from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.    
• Multiple-lane closures Sunday through Thursday from 7 p.m. to 6 a.m. the following morning.    
• Additional lane closures during off-peak hours as needed    

Built in 1963, the original bridges are safe for travel; however, have reached the end of their useful service life. Project information can be found 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 driving pattern changes.  Drive like you work here and slow down 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

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.