Posts Tagged ‘DelDOT’
Northbound Route 1 Bridge at Route 16 to be Open to Traffic Wednesday
The Route 1 northbound bridge over Route 16 will be open to traffic on Wednesday! DelDOT officials warn northbound motorists to expect delays this evening as the contractor will be working to shift the traffic pattern onto the new bridge. The over $40-million project is expected to be fully completed this summer. Additional information from…
Read MorePortion of Lewes to Georgetown Trail to Close Thursday 12-8am for Herbicide Application
The DelDOT will be closing the Lewes to Georgetown Trail between Cool Spring and Savannah Roads on Thursday, April 16 for Herbicide Application for vegetation control. The closure will begin at midnight and end at 8am Thursday – pending weather.  The Delaware Department of Transportation and its hired contractor only apply herbicides that are registered…
Read More15 New Red-Light Cameras Going Up at Delaware Intersections – 1 in Sussex County
DelDOT is adding 15 more red light camera throughout the state in an effort to reduce crashes at intersections. Most of the cameras are in New Castle County, however there is one new camera in Sussex County and five in Kent County. The Sussex County red light camera is in Rehoboth Beach – at Route…
Read MoreWoodland Ferry Closed Till Further Notice
DelDOT has shut down the Woodland Ferry for maintenance repairs until further notice. No further information has been made available
Read MoreDelDOT: Paving on Robinsonville Road in Lewes to Begin March 23-28
The Delaware Department of Transportation announces there will be intermittent lane closures on Robinsonville Road between Harts Road and Conleys Chapel Road starting on Monday, March 23rd through Friday, March 28th (weather permitting) for milling and paving operations. Motorists are reminded to slow down in work zones and to expect minor delays while traveling in the area.
Read MoreDelDOT: Hazardous Tree Removal – Selbyville Area – March 21 & 22
The Delaware Department of Transportation announces that Cypress Road near Selbyville will be closed between Daisey Road and Cliff Road on March 21st and March 22nd between 7am and 6pm (weather permitting) for hazardous tree removal operations. Motorists are reminded to slow down in work zones and to expect minor delays while traveling in the area.
Read MoreDelDOT to Close Route 1/Hudson Road Crossover for Reconstruction Beginning March 9
The crossover at Route 1 and Hudson Road will be closed for reconstruction beginning on Monday, March 9. This work will include a new median island between the north and south lanes on Route 1 and an acceleration lane along southbound Route 1. This work will be done Monday through Friday from 9am to 6pm…
Read MoreWilmington DMV Expected to Resume Operations on March 10
The DMV in Wilmington will resume operations on Tuesday, March 10 at 8am. However service will be by appointment only to help manage customer volume in the facility. Additional details will be shared as the reopening date nears. The Delaware City, Dover and Georgetown DMV locations will continue to offer walk-in service to customers. DelDOT…
Read MoreDelDOT Brining Roads Statewide Today
A chance of light snow is in the forecast for Wednesday morning. DelDOT officials say crews are brining roads statewide today in preparation. Remember to give the brining trucks plenty of space to work. Additional information from DelDOT:Â Why brine roads? Brine has the same melting characteristics of solid rock salt, but since it is…
Read MoreUPDATE: State of Emergency Terminated in Delaware/Driving Restrictions Lifted Statewide
UPDATED 01/27/26 11:15 AM: Delaware Governor Meyer has lifted the remaining Level 1 Driving Warning in Kent and New Castle Counties, effective at 11:00 a.m. There are no driving warnings or restrictions in Delaware at this time. The cold weather advisory remains in effect as temperatures and wind chill will remain well below freezing in…
Read MoreDelDOT Seeks Public Input on Delaware’s 20-Year State Rail Plan
DelDOT is asking Delaware residents to share their thoughts on the future of rail transportation through a new online survey tied to the 2025 State Rail Plan (SRP). The State Rail Plan will guide railroad policies, strategies, and investments for the next 20 years, covering freight rail, intercity passenger rail, and commuter rail across the…
Read MoreWork Begins Monday on Eventual Replacement of Route 54 Bridge West of Fenwick Island
Expect delays on Route 54/Lighthouse Road beginning Monday as lane closures can be expected until the end of April. This is the start of the replacement of the Route 54 bridge . The work that starts this week will take place between Van Buren and Dukes Avenues. This project is expected to be completed by…
Read MoreDMV Late Fees Waived Due to High Volume and Long Wait Times
Due to the high volume and long wait times at the three open DMV locations this week, DelDOT and DMV announced that all late fees will be waived through the End of December and throughout January, 2026. Customers are encouraged to utilize the online resources available at myDMV.delaware.gov if possible.  Â
Read MoreDelDOT’s Name That Plow Contest is Underway!
The 5th Annual Name That Plow Contest is looking for your creative and funny names for their snowplows! The contest is open to elementary school students in grades K through 5. Three names will be chosen – one from each county. Each winner will get a snowplow visit at their school. You can enter individually…
Read MoreUPDATED: Dewey Beach Paving Project to Begin November 3rd
UPDATED – 10/27/25 – DelDOT will begin paving operations in Dewey Beach on Monday, November 3rd. The work will be done between 8am and 4pm – weather permitting – on side streets off Coastal Highway in the area on King Charles Avenue to Collins Street. Milling and paving operations will have traffic controlled by flaggers. Drivers…
Read MoreElectronic Speed Cams Now Active on Route 1 Minos Conaway Work Zone & Girders Now Bridging the Gap at Route 16
Electronic speed cameras are now active on southbound Route 1 in the Minos Conaway Road Grade-separated intersection work zone in the Lewes area. DelDOT has placed signage on Route 1 south in advance of the work zone along with the radar speed signs. For the first 21 days you will get a warning with no…
Read MoreDelDOT Highlights National Pedestrian Safety Awareness Month
Secretary of Transportation ShantĂ© Hastings toured recent pedestrian improvements on Kenton Road in Dover to highlight National Pedestrian Safety Month and the ongoing work to make Delaware roads safer for pedestrians Including the 20 pedestrian fatalities that have occurred to date this year, there have been more than 300 pedestrian fatalities in our state over…
Read MoreCleaning & Painting of Rehoboth Avenue Drawbridge Begins October 17; Start of Canal Street Detour Delayed till Oct 27
As part of a statewide DelDOT project, the Rehoboth Avenue drawbridge will be cleaned and painted beginning on Friday, October 17. These processes are necessary to maintain the longevity of the bridge, as corrosion has built up since it was last painted in 1996. While there are no structural issues due to paint corrosion at…
Read MoreUPDATED: Delaware National Guard Activated to Assist with Impacts from Storm; Reception Centers Open in Kent & Sussex Counties
UPDATED – Kent County Reception Center at Magnolia Fire Hall is now CLOSED ========================================= The Delaware National Guard has been activated to assist with emerging needs posed by coastal flooding and high winds which are expected to continue through tomorrow. DEMA has been coordinating with state and local officials since Friday in preparation for impacts…
Read MoreDelDOT Traffic Alert: Bridge Rehabilitation Project in Frankford Area to Resume
In the Frankford area, Armory Road/SR. 20 between Dukes Road and Omar Road will be temporarily closed starting on Monday, October 27th at 7:00am. According to DelDOT, the closure will continue until Monday November 3rd at 7:00am. Crews will complete a bridge rehabilitation project that began earlier this year and was paused through the summer…
Read MoreDelDOT to Install All Way Stop on Deer Forest Road West of Georgetown
DelDOT will convert a 2-way stop into an All Way Stop on Tuesday at the intersection of Deer Forest and McColleys Chapel Roads west of Georgetown. This work will be done between 9am and 3pm and will include new signs and pavement markings. Flaggers will be on-site to direct drivers at the intersection. Work is…
Read MoreDelDOT All Way Stop on Dorman Road in Angola – Monday, October 6
DelDOT advises that on Monday, October 6th – Dorman Road at Lakewood Drive in the Angola area will be converted to an All Way Stop. Work will be done between 9am and 3pm with new signage and pavement markings done. Flaggers will be on-site to direct drivers at the intersection.  This work is weather dependent.…
Read MoreRehoboth Avenue Bridge Painting Project to Get Underway This Month
DelDOT will begin work on the Rehoboth Avenue (SR 1A) Bridge over the Lewes-Rehoboth Canal on Friday, October 17th as part of a statewide bridge painting program. Lane shifts and lane closures on Rehoboth Avenue are permitted to occur while work takes place Monday through Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. until early 026 (weather…
Read MoreFees Increase at the Delaware DMV Beginning Wednesday
A reminder that beginning Wednesday some fees for services and transactions at the Delaware Division of Motor Vehicles will increase. These increases come as a result of the passage of House Bill 164 in an effort to boost Transportation Trust Fund (TTF) revenue. The TTF pays for the DelDOT operations, road construction and maintenance. Also…
Read MoreWoodland Ferry Closure – October 2 & 3
The Woodland Ferry will be shut down on October 2nd and 3rd for underwater inspection. DelDOT officials say this inspection is of the ferry hull and ferry slips. This closure is weather permitting.
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