Route 10 westbound lane closure in Roxbury to begin July 7 for gas main work

ROXBURY TOWNSHIP, N.J. (Morris County) — Motorists traveling on Route 10 westbound in Roxbury should expect delays beginning Tuesday as a long-term lane closure is scheduled for priority gas main work.

According to the New Jersey Department of Transportation, the right lane of Route 10 westbound will be closed from just west of Sussex Turnpike (County Route 617) to just east of Eyland Avenue beginning at 9 a.m. Tuesday, July 7.

The closure is expected to remain in place until 5:30 a.m. Tuesday, July 21, weather permitting.

The left lane of Route 10 westbound will remain open during construction. Route 10 eastbound will not be affected.

Motorists are advised to slow down, use caution and expect delays while traveling through the work zone.

The work is part of a New Jersey Natural Gas project. For additional information, the utility can be reached at 1-800-221-0051.

The schedule is subject to change because of weather or other unforeseen circumstances. Drivers can visit 511nj.org for construction updates and real-time traffic information.