Why is Ridgewood Traffic a Nightmare Right Now? Unexpected Utility Work and Road Projects Clogging Maple Avenue
photo courtesy of the Village of Ridgewood
the staff of the Ridgewood blog
Ridgewood NJ, if your commute through Ridgewood, has felt particularly painful lately, you’re not alone. Residents and commuters are experiencing heavier than usual traffic congestion due to a confluence of ongoing utility projects and critical infrastructure work being performed both by Bergen County and PSE&G.
Understanding what’s happening beneath the asphalt can help you plan your routes and ease some of the frustration.
Bergen County’s Storm Drain Upgrades on Maple Avenue
The primary cause of the congestion involves essential long-term infrastructure improvements being carried out by Bergen County on a key thoroughfare: Maple Avenue.
- The Project: Bergen County crews are currently working on upgrading the storm drain system.
- The Purpose: This work is vital for reducing stormwater runoff, which helps prevent flooding and improves the local environment.
- The Timeline: These improvements are being done ahead of a larger paving project planned for Spring 2026.
This kind of large-scale infrastructure work requires lane closures and detours, naturally slowing traffic flow through the area.
PSE&G Emergency Repairs: Unplanned Disruptions
Adding to the scheduled road work are multiple, often unpredictable, repair operations in the Central Business District (CBD) led by PSE&G and its contractors.
- The Issue: PSE&G crews are conducting emergency repairs at various locations throughout downtown Ridgewood.
- The Challenge: Local officials note that the Village does not always receive advance notice before PSE&G or its subcontractors arrive on site to start these emergency fixes.
These sudden, unplanned disruptions create immediate traffic choke points that can quickly snarl local roads. We want to thank the Ridgewood Police Department for their swift response in managing traffic during these unexpected events.
Plan Ahead: Expect Delays Through the Fall
This combination of necessary, long-term construction and urgent utility repairs means drivers should prepare for delays.
What You Can Do:
- Allow Extra Travel Time: Budget significantly more time for travel, especially during peak hours, if you are driving through the CBD or near Maple Avenue.
- Stay Alert for Closures: Traffic patterns may change daily based on where PSE&G crews are working.
- Remember the Neighbors: Road work in Ridgewood’s neighboring towns is also contributing to the overall regional congestion.
The current wave of road work is expected to continue through the fall. While the traffic is frustrating, the work is crucial for improving storm drainage and ensuring reliable utility service for the community. Your patience during these necessary infrastructure upgrades is appreciated!
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