I-80 Repairs in New Jersey Extended to May Due to Sinkholes

I-80 Sinkhole Repairs Extended

• ⚠️ Repairs on Route 80 in Wharton, New Jersey, are now expected to continue until early to mid-May, according to NJDOT.
• 🚗 The sinkholes have caused significant disruptions, with all lanes closed on the westbound side until repairs are completed.

Commuter Frustrations

• ⏰ Commuters are experiencing extended travel times, with some reporting an increase of up to 50 minutes each way.
• 🥶 Students also expressed frustration with late buses and long waits in the cold.

Business Impact

• 📉 The owner of the Roxberry Diner reported that the sinkholes have negatively impacted business, leading to quieter days.

Repair Timeline

• 🛠️ Officials estimate that repairs on two eastbound lanes could be completed in approximately 7 weeks if all goes well.
• 🛣️ Some westbound lanes are anticipated to reopen in about 5 weeks, with the remaining lanes following shortly after.