Multiple Road Construction Projects Begin March 18 Across Maryland, Michigan, Illinois

Major construction projects are set to begin in multiple states, affecting traffic flow and requiring detours. In Maryland, a paving operation at the US 340 and Md. 67 off ramps will start on March 18 and is expected to be completed by mid-April, with drivers advised to exercise caution in the work zone. Meanwhile, in Michigan, ramp closures on US-127 from March 18 until mid-June will shift traffic to the northbound side of the freeway, addressing safety concerns and improving roadway conditions. Connecticut's Route 8 will undergo daytime work for median barrier replacement, impacting traffic flow from 7 a.m. to 3 p.m. Additionally, IDOT has announced lane closures on the Kennedy Expressway in Chicago starting March 17, as part of the final phase of a reconstruction project, which is anticipated to cause delays until completion by Thanksgiving 2025.