​Motorists Can Expect Periodic Drawbridge Openings, Temporary Traffic Stops 

(June 21, 2023) – The Maryland Department of Transportation State Highway Administration will perform routine maintenance overnight Thursday, June 22, on the Woodrow Wilson Bridge (I-95/I-495/Capital Beltway) in Prince George’s County. Weather permitting, the work will begin at 11 p.m. and is expected to be completed by 5 a.m. Friday, June 23.

During the work period, the maintenance will necessitate brief openings of the drawbridge, resulting in full temporary traffic stops each occurrence 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 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.​