A crash involving three cars shut down all lanes on the Route 90 bridge midday Monday, prompting emergency response and causing significant delays for drivers heading into or out of Ocean City.
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A crucial maintenance project is underway on the Route 90 bridge, one of only two bridges providing access to the coastal town.
According to the Ocean City Police Department, roadwork is set to take place on Route 90 on Monday, Nov. 11, and Tuesday, Nov. 12. Maryland State Highway Administration consultants will be conducting inspection work on the US 90 (Ocean City Expressway) bridges.
Frequent travelers on Ocean City's Route 90 bridge likely encountered traffic this summer. Plans have long been in motion to widen the bridge, adding two lanes to ease congestion. However, those plans are now in limbo due to statewide budget cuts.
The Ocean Pines Association has announced some upcoming road closures Sept. 9 through Sept. 10.
A project to widen Route 90 in Worcester County could be paused due to a $1.3 billion cut in Maryland’s draft transportation plan. County and Ocean City officials are seeking alternative funding to move the project forward.
The Maryland Department of Highway Administration will begin work Wednesday night on the Ocean City Expressway (MD Route 90). This is to fix a sinkhole that occurred earlier in July on the bridge that spans the Assawoman Bay.
The Ocean City Police Department has announced that traffic on Route 90 is back to normal following the repair of a sinkhole.
The Ocean City Town Council seeks Worcester County's aid to address transportation challenges, prioritizing Route 90 improvements for better traffic flow and emergency response times. While awaiting county response, the fate of enhancements hinges on Maryland State's evaluation, highlighting the collaborative effort needed to tackle Ocean City's traffic issues effectively.
In an effort to enhance the safety of road workers, Maryland is considering significant increases in fines for speeding in work zones, with one proposition rising from $40 to $290.