​Motorists Should Watch for Emergency Vehicles and Anticipate Delays

  (March 1, 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 westbound I-68 (National Freeway) from Exit 45, Hillcrest Drive to Exit 43A (Kelly Road), on Wednesday, March 2 in Allegany County. This will take place between 9 a.m. and 1 p.m. Wednesday.    

The traffic drags are required so crews can safely install 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. This is a continuation of work that began last month.        

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.