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Getting Around Town: May 9, 2011

Patch's Weekly Guide to Road Closures and Traffic Issues

Each Monday, we’ll bring you the latest information on construction delays, road closures and other issues that affect traffic in Silver Spring.

  • Regular Road Closings

Ellsworth Drive from Fenton Street to Georgia Avenue is closed to vehicular traffic each weekend from Friday 5:00 p.m. to Sunday 11:00 p.m.

  • Short-term Work Zones

Southbound Colesville Rd (US 29) and Fenton St. work will block the right lane.

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  • Long-term Work Zones

Forest Glen Community Street, Sidewalk and Curb Renewal – Look for one-way traffic on weekdays between 7:00 a.m. and 5 p.m. with flaggers directing traffic. View the attached map and PDF for more information.

Work on resurfacing University Boulevard between Arcola Avenue and Colesville Road continues - watch for single lane closures on University, weekdays from 9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. and overnight Sunday through Thursday 9:00p.m. - 5:00 a.m.; watch for double lanes closures overnight Sunday through Thursday 11:00 p.m. - 5:00 a.m.

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