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Route 1 Lane Restriction Near Ocean City Continues Through Afternoon

Thursday, March 12, 2026 at 10:06 AM

Motorists traveling on Coastal Highway near Ocean City should expect delays as construction work forces the closure of the right shoulder. The lane restriction is scheduled to remain in place until 1 PM today.

Drivers using Coastal Highway (Route 1) near Ocean City are experiencing traffic disruptions due to ongoing construction work that has forced the closure of the right shoulder.

The Delaware Department of Transportation reports that the shoulder closure affects the stretch of highway between Inlet Road and South Inlet Road, specifically near Access Road B. The restriction is expected to remain in effect until 1 PM today.

Motorists are advised to allow extra travel time and exercise caution when passing through the construction zone. DelDOT continues to monitor the situation and will provide updates as work progresses.

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