NJDOT Shuts Down Section of Route 22 in North Plainfield for Two Weeks

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The New Jersey Department of Transportation (NJDOT) is shutting down a section of Route 22 in North Plainfield, New Jersey for two weeks starting on Monday, March 2. The left lane and shoulder on Route 22 eastbound and westbound will be closed between Malcolm Avenue and the Walmart Shopping Center as crews make repairs to the median concrete barrier.

Why it matters

This closure will impact traffic flow and cause delays for commuters and travelers along this busy stretch of Route 22 in North Plainfield. The repairs are part of an $8.5 million state-funded maintenance project to fix concrete structures across several New Jersey counties.

The details

The left lane and shoulder closures on Route 22 eastbound and westbound will be in effect from 9 a.m. on Monday, March 2 until 5:30 a.m. on Saturday, March 14. At least one lane will remain open in each direction during the work. Motorists are advised to slow down, use caution, and expect delays when traveling through the work zone.

• The left lane and shoulder closures will begin at 9 a.m. on Monday, March 2.
• The closures are scheduled to end at 5:30 a.m. on Saturday, March 14.

What’s next

Motorists are encouraged to check NJDOT's traffic information website and social media channels for real-time updates on the project and any changes to the schedule.