​Motorists Can Expect Periodic Drawbridge Openings, Temporary Traffic Stops 

(March 15, 2023) - The Maryland Department of Transportation State Highway Administration will perform routine maintenance overnight Thursday, March 16, requiring temporary traffic stops in both directions on the Woodrow Wilson Bridge (I-95/I-495/Capital Beltway) in Prince George’s County. Weather permitting, the work is expected to be complete by 5 a.m. the next morning, Friday, March 17. 

Starting at 11 p.m. Thursday, the work will require periodic opening of the drawbridge, resulting in full traffic stops in both directions on the bridge. These stops are expected to be 15 to 20 minutes in length and will occur several times overnight. This routine maintenance is necessary to continue the safe and reliable operation of the drawbridge.  

Motorists are advised to add extra driving time overnight to account for delays during the test opening periods. The State Highway Administration understands this work will inconvenience some travelers and asks all motorists to please stay alert and be patient as you pass through the work zone.