​Triple-Lane Closures from the Inner Loop (Westbound) I-695 and Northbound I-97 Ramp to the Inner Loop I-695 Planned Overnight; Drivers Should Allow for Extra Travel Time 

(January 10, 2024) – The Maryland Department of Transportation State Highway Administration will improve the pavement on the inner loop (westbound) of I-695 (Baltimore Beltway) near MD 648 (Baltimore-Annapolis Boulevard) near Linthicum beginning January 11. All lanes will open no later than 5 a.m. Friday morning, January 12, weather permitting.

Crews will close the three left lanes on the inner loop of I-695 between MD 648 and MD 295 (Baltimore Washington Parkway) to mill uneven sections of the roadway to improve the driving surface The two-lane northbound I-97 ramp to the inner loop of I-695 (Baltimore Beltway) will also be closed, providing one lane of travel along the inner loop ofI-695 in this area. Crews will direct drivers to use the MD 648 (Baltimore Annapolis Boulevard/Ferndale) spur exit to merge onto the outer loop of I-695. Drivers may also use MD 295 (Baltimore Washington Parkway) to avoid any delays. 

Customers who have questions about this work may contact the State Highway Administration District 5 Office at 410-841-1000 or toll-free at 1-800-331-5603. 

The State Highway Administration appreciates our customers’ patience with lane closures while we complete this necessary work to maintain and improve the transportation system. Drivers are asked to slow down in the work zone for the safety of all drivers and the crews working to improve our roadways.​