Motorists traveling eastbound on Route 72 at Old Baltimore Pike will encounter lane restrictions due to urgent utility repairs. The eastbound left turn lane has been temporarily shut down while crews complete emergency work in the area.

Delaware Department of Transportation officials report that emergency utility repairs have forced the closure of one eastbound left turn lane on Route 72 at the Old Baltimore Pike intersection.
The lane restriction affects eastbound traffic attempting to make left turns at this location. DelDOT has not provided an estimated timeline for when the emergency utility work will be completed and the lane reopened to traffic.
Drivers are advised to expect delays and consider alternate routes if possible while crews work to address the utility issue. The closure remains in effect until further notice.
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