Lakewood Police Chief Greg Meyer advises residents that, per the contractor’s information, the following areas along Route 9 will be closed to vehicular traffic overnight, due to State DOT road improvement work.

Lakewood Township officials have encouraged the State to start roadwork as late as possible, in order to minimize disruption. Closures begin at 10:00 pm on Sundays through Thursdays; and at 8:30 pm on Fridays.

Residents and motorists are encouraged to consider these closures in advance of their trips, and plan accordingly.

Road Closure Schedule:

• Tuesday 5/26 – Full Closure on Route 9 from Oak Street to Route 70. Lane Shifts on Route 9 from Prospect Street to Pine Street.
• Wednesday 5/27 – Full Closure on Route 9 from Oak Street to Pine Street. Lane Shifts on Route 9 from Pine Street to Central Ave.
• Thursday 5/28 – Full Closure on Route 9 from Pine Street to Route 88.
• Friday 5/29 – James Street closure from Williams Street to Route 9. Central/Hurley side streets closures.
• Sunday 5/31 – Various side street closures off Route 9, from Route 70 to Oak Street.
• Monday 6/1 – Various side street closures off Route 9, from Route 70 to Oak Street.
• Tuesday 6/2 – Various side street closures off Route 9, from Oak Street to Pine Street.
• Wednesday 6/3 – Various side street closures off Route 9, from Oak Street to Pine Street.
• Thursday 6/4 – Various side street closures off Route 9, from Pine Street to Central Ave.