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I-95 Road Conditions for December 12, 2025

Overall I-95 summary: The most significant I-95 impacts today are a few long-term/24-7 ramp closures (noted below), plus active construction corridors with periodic overnight lane/ramp restrictions. No weather is included in this report.

  • FL (Miami–Dade): Northbound I-95 Exit 11 ramp to NW 151st Street (Golden Glades Interchange) is closed 24/7; northbound lanes shifted roughly between NW 144th St and NW 155th St.
  • DE (Newark): At I-95 / SR 896, all SR 896 → I-95 Southbound ramps remain closed (long-term); also Northbound I-95 → SR 896 ramp remains closed.
  • PA (Philadelphia): Multiple long-term ramp closures remain in place for I-95 CAP-related work: Market St → I-95 South (closed), Columbus Blvd/Lombard Circle → I-95 North (closed), and Aramingo Ave (Bridge St Interchange) → I-95 South (closed).
  • RI (Warwick): Route 113 East (East Ave) on-ramp → I-95 North (Exit 28) is closed long-term; posted detour uses I-95 South to Route 117 (Exit 27A) to return northbound.
  • CT (New London): Recurring nighttime closures are associated with the I-95 Northbound Exit 83 off-ramp (US 1 / South Frontage Rd) due to bridge replacement staging.
  • PA (Northeast Philadelphia): For the week of Dec 8–12, nightly 9:00 PM–5:00 AM lane closures are scheduled on Southbound I-95 between the Cottman Ave (Route 73) and Allegheny Ave interchanges for bridge deck repair.

I-95 Florida Road Conditions

  • Golden Glades Interchange (Miami–Dade County, Exit 11): NB I-95 Exit 11 ramp to NW 151st Street is closed 24/7 for long-term interchange reconstruction. NB lanes shifted left between roughly NW 144th St and NW 155th St. Detours use nearby exits such as NW 135th St (Exit 10B) or NW 167th St / SR 826 (Exit 12B) and posted local routes.

DOT / 511: FL511 (Florida 511)

I-95 Georgia Road Conditions

  • I-16 / I-95 Systems Interchange (“16@95”, near Exit 99): Major reconstruction of loop ramps/bridges continues with changing lane alignments and narrowed shoulders. Current notices do not list any interchange ramp as closed 24/7 today.

DOT / 511: 511GA

I-95 South Carolina Road Conditions

  • Jasper County (Georgia line to US 278; Exits 5 & 8): Long-term widening/bridge work continues with lane shifts, reduced shoulders, and ongoing work at the Exit 5 and Exit 8 ramp areas. No ramps in this segment are posted as closed 24/7 today.

DOT / 511: 511SC

I-95 North Carolina Road Conditions

  • Murphy Rd (Exit 55) to Dunn (Exit 71): Widening project rebuilding ~16 miles, including interchange work at Exits 55, 61, 65, 70, 71. Expect long-term lane shifts, bridge work, and periodic ramp closures during staged construction.
  • Dunn to I-40 (Exits 71–81): Companion widening and systems-interchange work with recurring nighttime lane/ramp closures; no I-95 ramp in this section is posted as closed 24/7 today.

DOT / 511: DriveNC (NCDOT)

I-95 Virginia Road Conditions

  • “Improve 95” corridor (Exits 148–130; Quantico to Fredericksburg): Express/auxiliary lane and bridge work continues with frequent overnight lane closures and intermittent ramp restrictions at interchanges including Exits 140, 133, 130. No new ramps are listed as closed 24/7 today.
  • Carmel Church (Exit 104): Bridge rehabilitation continues with off-peak lane closures and occasional ramp restrictions as scheduled.

DOT / 511: 511 Virginia

I-95 Maryland Road Conditions

  • I-95 / I-695 Interchange (near Exits 47–50; Baltimore area): Remaining rehabilitation tasks still trigger periodic nighttime lane closures on I-95 and ramps to/from I-695. No primary ramp is listed as closed 24/7 today.
  • Exit 77 (MD 24 / MD 924; Harford County): Ongoing interchange reconstruction; ramps impacted over the project include NB I-95 off-ramps to MD 24 (Exit 77A) and MD 924 (Exit 77B), plus related SB off-ramps and MD 24 on-ramps. Ramps generally remain open in staged configurations with temporary overnight/weekend closures during tie-ins.

DOT / 511: MDOT CHART / Maryland 511

I-95 Delaware Road Conditions

  • I-95 / SR 896 Interchange (Newark):
    • SR 896 (both directions) → I-95 Southbound ramps: closed (long-term; posted detours).
    • Northbound I-95 → SR 896 ramp: closed for the duration of the project (use alternate exits/local detours).

DOT / 511: DelDOT Travel Information

I-95 Pennsylvania Road Conditions

  • I-95 CAP Project (Exits 20–22; Philadelphia): Active construction between Exit 20 (Washington Ave / Columbus Blvd) and Exit 22 (Callowhill St) with shifted lanes and narrowed shoulders; periodic overnight full closures occur when overhead work is scheduled.
  • Ramp closure: Market Street → Southbound I-95 remains closed (closed March 2025; expected to remain closed until late 2025). Detour uses Southbound Columbus Blvd and the Morris Street ramp to reach SB I-95.
  • Ramp closure: Columbus Blvd / Lombard Circle → Northbound I-95 remains closed (extended closure for CAP construction). Waterfront traffic uses the on-ramp near the Ben Franklin Bridge to reach NB I-95.
  • Ramp closure: Aramingo Ave (Bridge St Interchange) → Southbound I-95 remains closed through at least mid-December 2025; signed detours route via the Betsy Ross Bridge interchange, Aramingo Ave, and Adams Ave to another SB on-ramp.
  • Northeast Philadelphia (Section BR3): Week of Dec 8–12 nightly 9:00 PM–5:00 AM closures scheduled on SB I-95 between Cottman Ave (Route 73) and Allegheny Ave for bridge deck repair.

DOT / 511: 511PA

I-95 New Jersey Road Conditions

  • New Jersey Turnpike (I-95 mainline): Ongoing pavement/bridge work near Turnpike Interchanges 13–15 (Newark/Elizabeth) and Interchanges 16E–18W (northern corridor) with recurring off-peak lane closures and occasional ramp restrictions. No primary I-95 Turnpike ramp is listed as closed 24/7 today.

DOT / 511: 511NJ

I-95 New York Road Conditions

  • Cross Bronx Expressway (Bronx; I-95 mainline): Frequent nighttime maintenance/construction lane closures near the George Washington Bridge approaches, the I-87 interchange, and the Bronx River Parkway. These are scheduled/time-limited; no new permanent ramp shutdowns are reported for today.
  • New England Thruway (Bronx & Westchester): Pavement/bridge work near interchanges including Pelham Parkway, New Rochelle, and the I-287 junction with nighttime lane closures and occasional short ramp restrictions; no additional 24/7 I-95 ramp closures are listed today.

DOT / 511: 511NY

I-95 Connecticut Road Conditions

  • New London (Exit 83; US 1 / South Frontage Rd): Bridge replacement staging includes rebuilding the NB Exit 83 off-ramp and related local connections, with recurring nighttime closures of the NB Exit 83 ramp and short local detours.
  • West Haven (Exit 43 bridge replacement): Long-term lane shifts plus recurring nighttime ramp and lane closures between Exits 44 and 43.

DOT / 511: CT Roads (CTDOT)

I-95 Rhode Island Road Conditions

  • Warwick (Exit 28): Route 113 East (East Ave) on-ramp → I-95 North is closed long-term for bridge replacement. Detour: take the Route 113 East → I-95 South ramp, continue to Route 117 (Exit 27A), then loop back north.
  • Providence (downtown viaduct/downtown ramps): Ongoing viaduct replacement work continues with narrowed/shifted lanes and scheduled nighttime lane/short ramp closures near key downtown ramps.

DOT / 511: RIDOT Traveler Information

I-95 Massachusetts Road Conditions

  • Route 128 / I-95 loop (Greater Boston): Active bridge rehabilitation and interchange improvements near major connections (consider I-93, Route 1, Route 24 areas). These projects typically use overnight lane closures and temporary traffic shifts; no major I-95 ramps in Massachusetts are posted as closed 24/7 today.

DOT / 511: Mass511

I-95 New Hampshire Road Conditions

  • NH Seacoast (NH 151 to Sherburne Rd area): Barrier installation project along ~5 miles of I-95 with off-peak lane closures; no continuous 24/7 ramp closures are tied to this project today.

DOT / 511: New England 511 (NH)

I-95 Maine Road Conditions

  • Augusta (near Exit 109; Western Ave / US 202 bridge): Bridge replacement work continues with nighttime lane closures and short-term detours near the interchange; no 24/7 ramp closures are currently reported at this interchange.
  • Maine Turnpike / I-95 corridor: Ongoing pavement/maintenance work at specific mile markers can create scheduled lane closures and occasional short ramp restrictions; no I-95 ramp in Maine is identified as closed 24/7 today.

DOT / 511: New England 511 (ME)

I-95 Road Weather and Condition Overview

I-95 is one of the busiest highways in the United States, stretching from Florida to Maine and serving as a backbone for commerce, commuting, and travel. Because it runs through nearly every climate zone on the East Coast, road conditions along I-95 can vary dramatically depending on the time of year and region.

Seasonal Weather Impacts on I-95

  • Winter: In the northern states, especially from Virginia through New England, snow, ice, and freezing rain can create hazardous driving conditions. Snowplow operations and de-icing efforts are common during storms, and traffic may slow due to reduced visibility and slippery pavement.
  • Spring: Heavy rain showers and thunderstorms are frequent along the mid-Atlantic and Southeast, leading to hydroplaning risks, standing water, and occasional flooding near low-lying interchanges.
  • Summer: Heat waves and intense sun can cause pavement stress, while the Southeast is vulnerable to tropical storms and hurricanes that bring heavy rain, wind, and debris onto the roadway. Increased vacation traffic also means heavier congestion during summer months.
  • Fall: This is often a transitional season with generally moderate conditions, but the Atlantic hurricane season can still impact I-95 travel, particularly in Florida, Georgia, and the Carolinas.

Road Construction Patterns Along I-95

Construction is a constant presence along I-95 due to its age, traffic volumes, and critical importance. While projects vary from state to state, there are some common patterns:

  • Bridge Repairs and Replacements: With thousands of overpasses and interchanges, bridge rehabilitation projects occur regularly throughout the corridor. These often lead to lane closures or temporary ramp detours.
  • Widening and Capacity Projects: States frequently expand sections of I-95 to manage congestion, especially in metropolitan areas such as Miami, Washington D.C., Philadelphia, New York City, and Boston.
  • Resurfacing and Maintenance: Pavement resurfacing typically happens during warmer months when conditions are favorable for asphalt and concrete work. These projects can involve overnight lane closures or reduced speed limits.
  • Smart Highway Upgrades: Many states are adding technology improvements such as express lanes, tolling systems, and traffic management infrastructure, which also require periodic construction closures.

Tips for Travelers on I-95

  • Always check state 511 or DOT websites before traveling for the latest lane closures, detours, and traffic alerts.
  • Plan extra time for travel during peak holiday weekends, when congestion is at its highest.
  • Use apps like DriveWeather to anticipate how weather will impact your drive along I-95, helping you avoid dangerous conditions and delays.
  • When traveling long distances, be aware of seasonal weather patterns—what’s sunny in Florida may be icy in New England on the same day.
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