Temporary Lane Shifts Expected During Sidewalk Construction Project In Howard County

HOWARD COUNTY, MD — Drivers should expect temporary lane shifts during a construction project that begins Monday to build a sidewalk along eastbound Whiskey Bottom Road from Homestretch Court to US 1 in Laurel. This project is part of the county’s pedestrian plan to increase access to amenities along the US 1 corridor.

Currently, there is no sidewalk in the project area and eastbound Whiskey Bottom Road has no shoulder. By installing a sidewalk, this project will close the gap with an Americans with Disabilities Act compliant walking route to the next existing sidewalk on US 1. The project also includes installing a short retaining wall and drainage improvements. Weather permitting, the project should be completed by early August 2023.

The existing crosswalk along the south leg of US 1 at the Whiskey Bottom Road/US 1 intersection will remain available throughout the project.

During construction hours, which are Monday through Friday 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., flagging operations will be in place to direct traffic as temporary lane shifts will be in place throughout the project. Signs also will be posted in the area to alert drivers and people walking in the area of the project.