Major Lane Closures Coming to I-695 in Baltimore

Overnight work to restore original shoulder configuration starts next week.

Apr. 17, 2026 at 9:37pm

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An abstract, impressionistic photograph of a busy highway at night, with streaks of vibrant red, white, and yellow lights blurred together to convey the dynamic motion and energy of urban transportation.Nighttime lane closures on I-695 will enable infrastructure upgrades to improve traffic flow and capacity for Baltimore commuters.Baltimore Today

The Maryland Department of Transportation State Highway Administration has announced significant lane closures on sections of I-695 in Baltimore starting next week. The work will remove and replace pavement markings to restore the shoulder to its original configuration, allowing for part-time shoulder use during peak driving times. Motorists should expect single, double, and even triple-lane closures overnight between Sundays and Thursdays from 8 p.m. to 5 a.m.

Why it matters

This project is part of ongoing efforts to improve traffic flow and capacity on the heavily-traveled I-695 beltway around Baltimore. Restoring the original shoulder configuration will enable more flexible lane management during peak hours, which should help reduce congestion for commuters.

The details

The lane closure work will take place on sections of I-695 between the I-70 interchange and Stevenson Road. The final paving work in this section is scheduled to start this summer after the shoulder restoration is complete.

  • The lane closures will begin on Monday night, April 20, 2026.
  • The closures will occur overnight between Sundays and Thursdays from 8 p.m. to 5 a.m.

The players

Maryland Department of Transportation State Highway Administration

The state agency responsible for maintaining and improving Maryland's highway infrastructure, including the I-695 beltway around Baltimore.

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What’s next

The final paving work in this section of I-695 is scheduled to start this summer after the shoulder restoration is complete.

The takeaway

This project is an important step in optimizing traffic flow and capacity on the critical I-695 beltway around Baltimore, which will benefit commuters and businesses in the region.