I-95 (Interstate 95) Road Conditions
I-95 State DOT Links
- Florida — FL511
- Georgia — 511GA
- South Carolina — 511SC
- North Carolina — DriveNC (NCDOT)
- Virginia — 511 Virginia
- Maryland — MDOT CHART
- Delaware — DelDOT Interactive Map
- Pennsylvania — 511PA
- New Jersey — 511NJ
- New York — 511NY
- Connecticut — CT Roads (CTDOT)
- Rhode Island — RIDOT Traveler Info
- Massachusetts — Mass511
- New Hampshire — New England 511 (NH)
- Maine — New England 511 (ME)
I-95 Road Conditions for April 6, 2026
I-95 has a mix of active construction and ramp restrictions today, with the clearest verified impacts in Delaware, Rhode Island, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Virginia, and Florida. The most notable ramp closures are in Delaware at the I-95/SR 896 interchange, in Rhode Island at Route 10 to I-95 South in Cranston and the off-ramp from Route 10 North to Elmwood Avenue, and in New Jersey on the New Jersey Turnpike corridor where live conditions should be checked on 511NJ. Pennsylvania is showing a current lane restriction on I-95 southbound in Philadelphia. Virginia remains an active work corridor around Spotsylvania and the Fredericksburg area, while Florida has recurring construction activity on the Miami-Dade segment of I-95. In several other I-95 states, the official indexed traveler-information pages available at this update did not surface a route-specific I-95 closure or construction item in the search snippets, so those states are linked directly to their live DOT or 511 pages below.
- Florida: active I-95 construction activity has been reported in Miami-Dade County, including northbound work at US-441 and southbound work before SR-916 / NW 135 Street / Opa-locka Boulevard.
- Georgia: no I-95-specific closure or construction item was surfaced in the indexed official results at this update.
- South Carolina: no I-95-specific closure or construction item was surfaced in the indexed official results at this update.
- North Carolina: no I-95-specific closure or construction item was surfaced in the indexed official results at this update.
- Virginia: active I-95 construction remains centered around the Exit 126 / Route 1 area in Spotsylvania, with periodic lane closures, temporary travel patterns, and lane shifts in the project area.
- Maryland: no I-95-specific closure or construction item was surfaced in the indexed official results at this update.
- Delaware: the ramp from DE 896 southbound to I-95 southbound is closed through May 20, 2026, and the I-95 northbound Exit 1 ramp to DE 896 southbound is closed through April 30, 2026.
- Pennsylvania: I-95 southbound has a lane restriction in Philadelphia between the Betsy Ross Bridge / Aramingo Avenue / Bridge Street area and the Girard Avenue / Lehigh Avenue / Port Access area.
- New Jersey: check the live 511NJ Turnpike and I-95 map for current work zones, lane closures, and ramp impacts.
- New York: no I-95-specific closure or construction item was surfaced in the indexed official results at this update.
- Connecticut: no I-95-specific closure or construction item was surfaced in the indexed official results at this update.
- Rhode Island: Providence and Cranston remain the key work area, with the Route 10 North off-ramp to Elmwood Avenue closed through fall 2026 and Exit 1C from Route 10 North to I-95 South temporarily closed for about four months.
- Massachusetts: no I-95-specific closure or construction item was surfaced in the indexed official results at this update.
- New Hampshire: no I-95-specific closure or construction item was surfaced in the indexed official results at this update.
- Maine: no I-95-specific closure or construction item was surfaced in the indexed official results at this update.
I-95 Florida Road Conditions
Florida’s indexed live and recent official results show active I-95 construction in Miami-Dade County. Verified items include northbound construction at US-441 and southbound construction before SR-916 / NW 135 Street / Opa-locka Boulevard. For current lane-by-lane conditions and any additional live closures, use FL511 or the Florida roadwork list.
I-95 Georgia Road Conditions
No I-95-specific closure or construction item was surfaced in the indexed official Georgia results at this update. Check the live corridor map and event list here: 511GA | Georgia traffic events.
I-95 South Carolina Road Conditions
No I-95-specific closure or construction item was surfaced in the indexed official South Carolina results at this update. Live state traffic and construction information is here: 511SC.
I-95 North Carolina Road Conditions
No I-95-specific closure or construction item was surfaced in the indexed official North Carolina results at this update. Use the live statewide work-zone and road-closure map here: DriveNC.
I-95 Virginia Road Conditions
Virginia’s indexed official results show the main verified I-95 construction area around Exit 126 in Spotsylvania. That project area is operating with periodic lane closures, temporary travel patterns, and lane shifts near the I-95 / Route 1 interchange. For live closures and any additional same-day lane restrictions farther north toward Stafford, Prince William, or Northern Virginia, use 511 Virginia, the VDOT travel advisories page, and the Improve 95 project page.
I-95 Maryland Road Conditions
No I-95-specific closure or construction item was surfaced in the indexed official Maryland results at this update. Check the live corridor map and incidents feed here: Maryland 511 / CHART I-95 | Maryland incidents and events.
I-95 Delaware Road Conditions
Delaware has two clearly verified I-95 ramp closures in New Castle County tied to the I-95 / SR 896 interchange project. The ramp from DE 896 southbound to I-95 southbound is closed due to construction until May 20, 2026. The I-95 northbound Exit 1 ramp to DE 896 southbound is also closed due to construction until April 30, 2026. This remains one of the most significant ramp-impact locations on I-95 today. Official pages: DelDOT travel advisories | I-95 / SR 896 interchange project.
I-95 Pennsylvania Road Conditions
Pennsylvania’s indexed live official results show a current lane restriction on I-95 southbound in Philadelphia between the Betsy Ross Bridge / Aramingo Avenue / Bridge Street area and the Girard Avenue / Lehigh Avenue / Port Access area. For the current lane configuration and any related ramp restrictions nearby, use 511PA and the Pennsylvania alerts page.
I-95 New Jersey Road Conditions
New Jersey’s indexed official results did not surface a specific I-95 closure snippet in search, but the live 511NJ system is the right source for current New Jersey Turnpike and I-95 construction, closures, and ramp impacts. Check 511NJ, the 511NJ traffic map, and the scheduled construction list.
I-95 New York Road Conditions
No I-95-specific closure or construction item was surfaced in the indexed official New York results at this update. Check the live statewide event list and corridor map here: 511NY | New York traffic events.
I-95 Connecticut Road Conditions
No I-95-specific closure or construction item was surfaced in the indexed official Connecticut results at this update. For live lane closures, incidents, and work zones on the corridor, use CT Travel Smart and the Connecticut traffic events list.
I-95 Rhode Island Road Conditions
Rhode Island has some of the most specific verified I-95-related ramp impacts today. In Cranston, Exit 1C from Route 10 North to I-95 South is temporarily closed for about four months while RIDOT builds new ramps and retaining walls as part of the I-95 15 Bridges project. Also in the Providence / Cranston area, the off-ramp from Route 10 North to Elmwood Avenue is closed through fall 2026. In Providence, all lanes on I-95 northbound and southbound at Eddy Street are narrowed and shifted to the left near the Thurbers Avenue interchange for bridge work. Official pages: RIDOT travel advisories | RIDOT detour and construction maps | I-95 15 Bridges project.
I-95 Massachusetts Road Conditions
No I-95-specific closure or construction item was surfaced in the indexed official Massachusetts results at this update. Use the live event map here: Mass511 | Mass511 event list.
I-95 New Hampshire Road Conditions
No I-95-specific closure or construction item was surfaced in the indexed official New Hampshire results at this update. Check the live New England 511 New Hampshire page here: New Hampshire 511.
I-95 Maine Road Conditions
No I-95-specific closure or construction item was surfaced in the indexed official Maine results at this update. Check the live New England 511 Maine page here: Maine 511.
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.
