Press Releases - Department of Transportation

UPDATED REOPENING DATE: Temporary Closure of Brink Road Bridge in Gaithersburg for Repairs Extended by Two Days to Thursday, July 31

For Immediate Release: Monday, July 28, 2025

The Montgomery County Department of Transportation (MCDOT) began the Brink Road Bridge Project, which spans Seneca Creek, for resurfacing work on Friday, July 25. The project was originally scheduled to take four days to complete, weather and operational conditions permitting. Due to unexpected delays from storms and extreme heat, the road closure has been extended by two days and will now reopen for the morning commute on Thursday, July 31.  

The bridge is closed to all traffic throughout the duration of the paving project. A detour map is available to assist drivers in identifying alternate routes.

The immediate project includes milling, paving, and resurfacing operations designed to extend the lifespan of the bridge and ensure a safer and smoother travel experience for residents and commuters in the Gaithersburg area.

MCDOT has plans to rehabilitate the Brink Road bridge during the summer of 2028, before it becomes a safety hazard. The existing bridge, originally constructed in 1936 and reconstructed in 1972, is in poor condition. The future project is in preliminary design now. A public hearing was held in April 2025, and feedback from that hearing will be considered in the final design phase. The future bridge plans include the accommodation of two 11-foot travel lanes with 6-foot-wide bike lane shoulders along both sides of the roadway and an increase in elevation to reduce flooding.

“This resurfacing project is part of our ongoing efforts to keep Montgomery County’s infrastructure viable,” said Chris Conklin, Director of the Montgomery County Department of Transportation. “Repairs like those at Brink Road Bridge help extend the life of our roads and bridges and reduce long-term disruptions for travelers.”

To further minimize impact, MCDOT has applied for a Temporary Noise Waiver through the Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) to allow night work.

MCDOT appreciates the community’s patience and cooperation during this project.

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Release ID: 25-119
Media Contact: Emily DeTitta, 240-372-2282