Politics & Government

Two Lanes of Belair Road to Close Overnight

Early-morning commuters are encouraged to use Harford Road as an alternate route.

Two lanes of Belair Road in each direction near Dunfield Road will be closed for construction work after 9 p.m., Wednesday, the Maryland State Highway Administration announced.

Work crews plan to add backfill to the area around an underground gas pipe. Officials encourage early-morning commuters to use Harford Road as an alternate route.

Lanes are expected to reopen before 5 a.m., Thursday, although road work could continue between 9 a.m. and 3 p.m., according to a news release.

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Those seeking more information can contact the SHA by calling 410-229-2300 or by email at shadistrict4@sha.state.md.us. Drivers may also call 511 for more information on alternate travel routes.

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