​Motorists Should Watch for Emergency Vehicles and Anticipate Delays in Allegany County

(February 8, 2022) – In conjunction with the Maryland Department of Transportation State Highway Administration (MDOT SHA), Maryland State Police (MSP) will perform traffic “drags” – during which police bring traffic to a reduced pace – along eastbound and westbound I-68 (National Freeway) from the MSP Finzel Truck Weigh Station to Exit 45, Hillcrest Drive, on Wednesday in Allegany County.

Traffic drags are required so that crews can safely install and remove traffic data collection equipment. The equipment allows MDOT SHA to collect traffic speed and volume data, and vehicle class information. DCI from Columbia, Md., will perform the work.

Intermittent traffic drags will occur Wednesday, February 9, from 8:30 a.m. to 7 p.m., for equipment installation and Monday, February 14, from 8:30 a.m. to 7 p.m., for equipment removal. Motorists are advised to remain alert, use caution, and watch for MSP and MDOT SHA vehicles.

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 slowdown in construction zones. Motorists in need may dial #77 on their mobile device for roadside assistance.

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.