Detours in place August 4–8 for NJDOT drainage pipe replacement project
the staff of the Ridgewood blog
BERGEN COUNTY, NJ – The New Jersey Department of Transportation (NJDOT) has announced that two critical ramps connecting Route 17 northbound and Route 3 westbound will be closed this week for vital drainage upgrades in Lyndhurst and Rutherford.
The temporary closures will allow crews to replace aging corrugated metal drainage pipes with more durable reinforced concrete pipes, improving long-term stormwater management and road safety.
📅 Closure Schedule & Detours
🚧 Route 17 Northbound to Route 3 Westbound Ramp Closure
🗓 Starts: Monday, August 4 at 9:00 p.m.
🗓 Ends: Wednesday, August 6 at 6:00 a.m. (or earlier if work is completed ahead of schedule)
Detour Route:
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Continue on Route 17 Northbound
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Take the jughandle/U-turn at Highland Cross
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Turn left onto Route 17 Southbound
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Merge onto Route 3 Westbound
🚧 Route 3 Westbound to Route 17 Northbound Ramp Closure
🗓 Starts: Wednesday, August 6 at 6:00 a.m.
🗓 Ends: Friday, August 8 at 3:00 p.m. (or earlier if completed ahead of schedule)
Detour Route:
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Continue on Route 3 Westbound
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Exit at Riverside Avenue/Lyndhurst/Rutherford
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Turn left onto Ridge Road
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Turn left onto Rutherford Avenue Eastbound (which becomes Route 17 Northbound)
🚦 Why the Closures?
The ramp closures are part of a $15.7 million NJDOT infrastructure contract aimed at improving stormwater drainage systems across several counties including Bergen, Essex, Hudson, Morris, Passaic, Sussex, Union, and Warren.
This critical project ensures better flood control, safer travel conditions, and longer-lasting infrastructure, especially in high-traffic corridors like Route 17 and Route 3.
⛈️ Weather Dependent
Please note: All timelines are subject to change due to weather conditions or unforeseen circumstances. Motorists are encouraged to check NJDOT alerts and local traffic advisories before heading out.
🚗 Plan Ahead
Motorists should expect delays and increased congestion in the area and allow extra travel time during the detour periods. Use Waze, Google Maps, or 511NJ to stay up to date on traffic conditions and alternate routes.
For more updates on Bergen County road construction, sign up for your local traffic alerts or follow @NJDOT_info on Twitter.
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