TRENTON, N.J. – Drivers across New Jersey faced several traffic disruptions Friday morning, including emergency closures caused by debris, downed wires, and a watermain break, as well as long-term construction on key highways and bridges.
As of 9:03 a.m., a debris spill on the eastbound Atlantic City Expressway near Exit 28 in Hammonton closed the left lane and shoulder while emergency crews worked to clear the scene. Motorists were urged to move over for first responders.
Earlier, a watermain break on Route 184 eastbound at U.S. 9 in Woodbridge Township forced the closure of all lanes, while downed wires shut both directions of U.S. 40 east of County Route 553 in Upper Pittsgrove Township just before dawn.
Commuters also encountered lane restrictions due to ongoing construction. On the Commodore Barry Bridge westbound from Logan Township into Pennsylvania, two right lanes remained closed with speeds reduced to 25 mph through December 31, 2025. Three toll lanes were also shut down indefinitely at the New Jersey Turnpike’s Interchange 11 entry point to the Garden State Parkway in Woodbridge.
Further north, the George Washington Bridge continued to see major impacts, with one right lane closed on the upper level westbound toward Manhattan through December 2025, and ramp restrictions in place for oversized trucks from West 179th Street until January 2026.
Additional long-term closures include all lanes of Route 71 near the Shark River Bridge in Belmar, detours on County Route 636 in Woodland Park, and an I-80 eastbound ramp closure at Exit 56B to Squirrelwood Road.
State officials urged motorists to allow extra travel time and remain alert for shifting traffic patterns as roadwork and emergency repairs continue statewide.