Expect Overnight Ramp Closures at I-695/I-70 and Ongoing Delays on Roland Avenue

Baltimore Traffic and Commute Update: Wednesday, March 11, 2026

Commuters in the Baltimore metropolitan area should prepare for a mix of overnight ramp closures and ongoing daytime construction projects that may impact travel times today. While major arteries are currently flowing at typical weekday volumes, several strategic work zones require extra caution and planning.

Major Artery Alerts: I-695 and I-70

The Maryland Department of Transportation (MDOT) has issued a specific traffic alert for the I-695/I-70 interchange. Drivers should be aware of the following:

• Nightly Ramp Closures: Starting at 10:00 p.m. tonight and continuing until 5:00 a.m. tomorrow, multiple ramps at the I-695 and I-70 interchange will be closed for maintenance and safety upgrades. Detours will be marked using digital message boards.
• I-695 (Baltimore Beltway): The TSMO (Transportation Systems Management and Operations) project continues between Pikesville and Towson. Expect narrow lanes and concrete barrier shifts as crews work on the median. A strictly enforced work zone speed limit is in place for the safety of both drivers and workers.

City Roadworks and Street Resurfacing

Within Baltimore City, several infrastructure projects are reaching key phases this week. Commuters using local routes should note these active zones:

• Roland Avenue: Resurfacing work continues between 34th Street and 40th Street. Traffic is reduced to a single lane in sections during off-peak hours, which may cause minor delays for those traveling through the Roland Park and Hampden areas.
• Harford Road: Phase II of the hardening project is underway between Glenmore Avenue and St. Lo Drive. This multimodal pathway construction involves curb modifications and temporary lane shifts.
• Liberty Road: Pavement repairs in western Baltimore County are scheduled to continue through this evening. Expect intermittent lane closures between the city line and I-695.

Public Transport and Transit Alerts

The Maryland Transit Administration (MTA) reports that most services are running on a standard weekday schedule, though some minor adjustments are in effect:

• Light RailLink: Passengers may experience slight delays as trains operate at reduced speeds through active maintenance zones in the downtown corridor. Allow an extra 10–15 minutes for your cross-town commute.
• MARC Train: While the Penn, Camden, and Brunswick lines are operating normally today, riders should take note of a significant schedule change for the Penn Line set to take effect next Monday, March 16.
• Local Bus: CityLink and LocalLink routes remain on schedule, though diversions may occur around the Roland Avenue work zone.

As always, commuters are encouraged to check live traffic cameras before heading out and to remain vigilant in all active work zones to ensure the safety of highway crews.