Mount Airy, MD – Drivers in Mount Airy are facing major traffic disruptions today after an oversized tractor trailer struck the I-70 overpass at MD 27 (Ridge Road) last night, causing significant bridge damage.
According to the Maryland State Police, all lanes of eastbound I-70 and northbound MD 27 remain closed Wednesday as the Maryland State Highway Administration (SHA) continues emergency repairs on four damaged bridge beams.
Crews were seen inspecting the underside of the bridge and using lift equipment to assess structural damage. The SHA says detours have been established in both directions, urging motorists to follow posted signs and expect delays during the ongoing closure.
The agency has not yet provided a timeline for reopening the lanes. Drivers traveling through Carroll and Frederick counties should plan alternate routes until repairs are complete.
For live updates and lane status, residents can visit the state’s traffic portal at chart.maryland.gov/Incidents/GetIncidents.
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