Posts Tagged ‘Delaware Department of Transportation’
Intersection Project to Shut Down Eastern Side of Milton Area Road
Starting Monday, January 9th and continuing for several weeks, the eastern side of Deep Branch Road in the Milton area will be closed at SR 1 depending on the weather. The planned 24/7 closure is due to an intersection project. You’ll find detour information below. Additional Information from DelDOT: The Delaware Department of Transportation (DelDOT)…
Read MoreDel. Transit Corp. Gets More Federal $$ for Electric Buses
Delaware Transit Corporation has received its fifth federal grant to bring more lower-emission, energy-efficient buses into service. DTC plans to purchase two battery-electric buses and two hydrogen-fuel-cell electric buses. Charging stations and other infrastructure will also be built utilizing $11-million from the Federal Transit Administration’s “Low-No Program.” Delaware Transit currently has 26 electric buses in…
Read MoreDel. Specialty Pollinator Plate Generates Buzz
The Delaware Support Pollinators License Plate has been recognized by the Automobile License Plate Collector’s Association with its Best Plate Award for 2021.The plate has a green background and is decorated with flowers, birds, a butterfly and a bee. The one-time fee of $50 also directs $35 to the DelDOT stewardship office to assist with…
Read MoreIndian River Inlet Bridge Inspections To Impact Traffic Early Next Week
Motorists who travel the Indian River Inlet Bridge should be prepared for temporary intermittent closures next Monday night and early Tuesday morning.According to DelDOT, the scheduled load tests are part of continuing research and monitoring of the bridge and its structural health, in conjunction with the university of Delaware.Between 9:00 p.m. Monday and 3:00 a.m.…
Read MoreWoodland Ferry Temporarily Ceases Weekend Service
The Woodland Ferry, which crosses the Nanticoke River in the Seaford area, will temporarily suspend weekend operations effective this Saturday, April 30th. New weekday hours will be from 7:00 a.m. until 4:00 p.m. According to DelDOT, the changes are being made due to staffing issues. DelDOT recently posted openings for captain positions at the ferry.
Read MoreWoodland Ferry Will Not Operate This Weekend
The Woodland Ferry will not be in service on Christmas day as well as on Sunday. According to DelDOT, operations are expected to resume Monday at 7:00 a.m. The Woodland Ferry crosses the Nanticoke River in the Seaford area. For updates from DelDOT about the Woodland Ferry’s status, please CLICK HERE
Read MoreDelDOT Suspends Many Construction Lane Closures Over Christmas Weekend
Today (Thursday) is expected to be a busy travel day. DelDOT plans to suspend planned lane restrictions on several roadways, including Routes 1, 13 and 113, starting at noon. Lane closures are scheduled to resume at the end of the holiday weekend. Some delays cannot be avoided due to possible accidents or other incidents. Motorists…
Read MoreDART Adjusts Services For Holidays
DelDOT and DART have released schedule updates for the Christmas and New Year’s Day weekend: Reduced “Holiday” Service would be offered in New Castle County on Routes 2, 4, 5, 6, 8, 9, 10, 11, 13, 14, 15, 25, 28, 31, 33, 40, 44, 46, 47, 54, 55, 64 and 301 operating its Saturday schedule, on…
Read MoreRoute 1 Broadkill Bridge Project Begins
A months-long project along Route 1 at the bridge over the Broadkill River is expected to begin today. According to DelDOT, traffic will be limited to one lane in each direction. Motorists should expect delays and proceed with caution. Work will begin in the northbound lanes, and switch over to the southbound bridge at some…
Read MoreWoodland Ferry To Close Sunday Evening For Annual Maintenance
The Woodland Ferry, which crosses the Nanticoke River southwest of Seaford, is scheduled to close at the end of the weekend for several days of annual maintenance. According to DelDOT, the closure is scheduled to begin at 5:00 p.m. Sunday September 19th. Pending weather conditions, ferry service will resume at 7:00 a.m. Saturday, September 25th.…
Read MoreRt. 9 E. of Georgetown Reopens Following Construction Detour
Route 9 east of Georgetown has reopened following a construction project that lasted nearly three weeks. According to DelDOT, the portion of Route 9 / East Market Street between Sand Hill Road and Rogers Avenue opened to traffic one day earlier than originally projected. Route 9 in that area closed May 1st as part of…
Read MorePart Of Bayard Rd. Will Close Starting Monday
A portion of Bayard Road in Frankford will be closing for several weeks as a crossroad pipe is replaced. According to DelDOT, the project is scheduled to begin Monday. Bayard Road will be closed to traffic between Zion Church Road and Evans Road until about December 24th, weather permitting. Residents and businesses will have access…
Read MoreDelDot Advises Motorists of Upcoming Roadwork in Bethany, Dagsboro
Delaware’s Department of Transportation says milling, paving and striping work is set to take place in the coming weeks along a series of roads in Bethany and Dagsboro, which is expected to cause lane and shoulder closures. According to DelDot the work will take place on Fred Hudson Road from Central Avenue to Route…
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