The Maryland Department of Transportation State Highway Administration announced crews will patch segments of pavement along eastbound US 40 (Pulaski Highway) between MD 700 (Martin Boulevard) and Middle River Road in Middle River as soon as Tuesday night, June 16. The work will be completed by 5 a.m. Thursday morning, weather permitting. SHA will patch … Read more
–graphic courtesy of Baltimore County Government- Fifth District Councilman David Marks shared the following article that outline three options on improving safety along the Honeygo Boulevard corridor in Perry Hall. After years of study and public input, the Baltimore County Department of Public Works and Transportation is close to a final decision on how to … Read more
–photo courtesy of Baltimore County- Baltimore County Department of Public Works and Transportation announced near completion a project designed to improve traffic safety along Walther Boulevard near the Oak Crest community in Carney. According to Baltimore County, the project was designed with discussion with Oak Crest residents enhancing safety for pedestrian crossings, reduce speeding and … Read more
–The following article was submitted by the Office of Councilman David Marks- Baltimore County Councilman David Marks announced today that the Department of Pubic Works and Transportation will install a new digital sign in the 3600 block of East Joppa Road in Carney to inform drivers of their speed. The solar-powered sign is similar to … Read more
–photo courtesy of White Marsh Volunteer Fire Company- A motor vehicle crash was reported last night at US Route 40 and the White Marsh Boulevard (MD 43) ramp in the White Marsh area. According to the White Marsh Volunteer Fire Company, crews arrived to a two-vehicle crash involving a tractor trailer. One person was trapped … Read more
Baltimore County Councilman David Marks announced today that the Department of Public Works and Transportation will hold a third – and likely final – community meeting to solicit input on options to improve safety along the Honeygo Boulevard corridor. Attendees will be able to speak with DPWT staff and provide feedback regarding which option they … Read more
Maryland State Highway announced on Thursday that utility is in progress on southbound US 1 (Belair Road) between Honeygo Boulevard & Forge Road and the road is closed. According to state highway, the utility company stated the road could remain closed as late as 3 p.m. today.
The State Highway Administration will begin a Quick Build safety installation at the Old Eastern Avenue/Seamaster Road. intersection with MD 150/Eastern Boulevard on Monday, May 18. Work is scheduled from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Drivers should expect: • Shoulder closure on eastbound MD 150 • Single right-lane closure on Old Eastern Avenue approaching the … Read more
Maryland Transportation Authority to hold virtual industry forum The Maryland Transportation Authority (MDTA) today announced a virtual industry forum on May 19 at 2 p.m. During the forum, MDTA representatives will present the anticipated contracting approach for the rebuilding of the Francis Scott Key Bridge and discuss how upcoming work will be divided into multiple … Read more
The Maryland Department of Transportation State Highway Administration (SHA) is expanding on the success of Complete Streets Quick-Build projects throughout the state with the implementation of a quick-build project on MD 150 (Eastern Boulevard) in Baltimore County. The Department is Serious About Safety and the project aligns with enhancing safety measures for those who walk, bike … Read more
Maryland Transportation Authority announced the I-695 Outer Loop will reopen between Exit 43 and the North Point Boulevard on-ramp beginning April 29, weather permitting. The entrance ramp from Bethlehem Boulevard to the I-695 Outer Loop will reopen. Access to the I-695 Outer Loop from Broening Highway remains open via the existing turnaround; there is no … Read more
Maryland Transportation Authority [MDTA] announced officers were targeting dangerous driving in the area on Monday, April 20. MDTAsent the following release. On Monday, MDTA Police Officers targeted dangerous driving in and around work zones on I-95 and I-695 in Baltimore and Harford Counties. MDTA Police Officers partnered with troopers from the Maryland State Police during … Read more
Traffic relief appears to be on the way at Joppa View Elementary School in Perry Hall. Baltimore County Councilman David Marks and Board of Education Member Julie Henn provided an update on planned parking and traffic improvements at Joppa View. Construction is scheduled for the school in the summer of 2028. Joppa View’s location on … Read more
The following statement was released by 5th District Councilman David Marks about an update on the Mohrs Lane Bridge project in Middle River The Mohrs Lane Bridge connection will produce another east-west link between Philadelphia Road and Pulaski Highway. Right now, the main direct connections are at Ebenezer and Middle River Roads – it’s a … Read more
The Maryland Department of Transportation State Highway Administration is notifying motorists that CSX Transportation will close and detour the ramp from westbound MD 150 (Eastern Boulevard) to northbound MD 700 (Martin Boulevard) in Middle River on Monday, April 13. The work, which is to repair and resurface the asphalt roadway approach to the single railroad track crossing the ramp, will begin at … Read more
The following article has been submitted by Fifth District County Councilman David Marks about traffic issues at the intersection of Ebenezer and Philadelphia roads On April 8, the Baltimore Business Journal published a story about the marketing of a nine-acre site at Philadelphia and Ebenezer Roads. For some readers, that article gave the impression that … Read more
The Office of Baltimore County Councilman David Marks reported a single lane closure in Kingsville has been rescheduled for April 20. The Bradshaw Road bridge over Interstate-95 will close for a bridge inspection by the Maryland Transportation Authority on Monday, April 20 between 9 a.m. and 3 p.m. This is being rescheduled from March 20. … Read more
The Maryland Department of Transportation State Highway Administration will perform a $150,000 concrete pavement repair project for two weekends on a section of westbound US 40 (Pulaski Highway) between east of Days Cove Road and Allender Road in White Marsh on the weekends of April 10 and April 17, weather permitting. Drivers can expect a … Read more
Baltimore County Department of Public Works and Transportation is holding a virtual public meeting regarding traffic improvement options for Honeygo Boulevard at Cross Road and Gunpowder Farm Road on Thursday, April 9 7 to 8 p.m. This is an opportunity for the public to offer feedback. To attend virtual Webex meeting, go to the link: … Read more
Baltimore County Councilman David Marks announced that there will be a second community meeting to hear input on proposed changes to the Silver Spring Road corridor. The new meeting will be virtual through WebEx. It will be held on Monday, April 13 from 7 to 8 p.m. through the following link: https://baltimorecountymd.webex.com/baltimorecountymd/j.php?MTID=m7111405d7ef65f463246c67732e0a380 Marks said he arranged … Read more
The Maryland Department of Transportation State Highway Administration will relocate concrete barriers to create a work zone in the median of I-695 (Baltimore Beltway) between MD 146 (Dulaney Valley Road) and MD 43 (White Marsh Boulevard) as soon as Sunday night, March 29. The State Highway Administration will change the traffic pattern in this area … Read more