Road and Ramp Closures on I-83/Jones Falls Expressway This Weekend

Southbound lane closures and ramp shutdowns expected in Baltimore through Sunday night.

Apr. 17, 2026 at 5:23pm

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The Baltimore Department of Transportation has announced that two lanes of the southbound Jones Falls Expressway (I-83) in Baltimore will be closed between the 29th Street ramp and Guilford Avenue starting Friday morning at 9 a.m. and lasting through Sunday night at 11 p.m. In addition, several ramps will also be closed with detours in effect, including the North Avenue ramp to southbound I-83, the ramp to the southbound Jones Falls Expressway, and the Maryland Avenue exit ramp from southbound I-83.

Why it matters

These closures and lane reductions on a major Baltimore highway artery will likely cause significant traffic delays and congestion in the area over the weekend, impacting commuters, businesses, and residents. Drivers are encouraged to plan ahead and use alternate routes to avoid the affected sections of I-83.

The details

The lane closures and ramp shutdowns are part of ongoing road work and construction projects along the Jones Falls Expressway. The southbound lane closures will take place between the 29th Street ramp and Guilford Avenue, while the affected ramps include the North Avenue on-ramp, the ramp to southbound I-83, and the Maryland Avenue off-ramp.

  • The lane closures and ramp shutdowns will begin on Friday, April 17, 2026 at 9 a.m.
  • The closures and shutdowns will last through Sunday, April 19, 2026 at 11 p.m.

The players

Baltimore Department of Transportation

The government agency responsible for managing and maintaining the transportation infrastructure in the city of Baltimore, Maryland.

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What’s next

Drivers should plan their routes in advance and consider using alternate roads to avoid the affected sections of the Jones Falls Expressway over the weekend.

The takeaway

This weekend's lane closures and ramp shutdowns on a major Baltimore highway artery will likely cause significant traffic disruptions, underscoring the need for proactive planning and the use of alternate routes by commuters, businesses, and residents in the area.