Temporary Closures on MD 355/Rockville Pike Road in Bethesda Planned November 18-22

For Immediate Release: Friday, November 15, 2019

From 9:00 a.m. Monday, November 18, through 3:00 p.m. Friday, November 22, the right southbound lane at MD 355/Rockville Pike and South Drive will be closed for sidewalk construction. The left north and southbound lanes at MD 355/Rockville Pike and Jones Bridge Road will be closed for center island reconstruction.

From 9:00 p.m. to 6:00 a.m., the right southbound lane of MD 355/Rockville Pike between South Drive and Center Drive will be closed for storm inlet construction.

About the MD 355 Crossing Project:

This work is part of the ongoing construction of the MD 355 Crossing Project at the Medical Center Metro Station, near the Medical Center Metro Station, National Institutes of Health (NIH) and the Walter Reed National Military Medical Center at Naval Support Activity Bethesda. When it is completed in Fall 2020, the Crossing Project will enhance safety and mobility for people and vehicles moving through this heavily trafficked area. 

 

The Crossing Project has two main components: 1) A shallow pedestrian underpass connecting Naval Support Activity Bethesda/Walter Reed National Military Medical Center on the east side of Rockville Pike to NIH and the bus/commuter transit center on the west side; and 2) Deep elevators on the Navy side of Rockville Pike to the Metrorail mezzanine. 

 

In addition, the Crossing Project includes pedestrian safety, traffic and transit improvements to the nearby intersections of MD 355 (Rockville Pike) at Jones Bridge Road and Center Drive (at NIH), and at MD 355 and Woodmont Avenue. 

• View map of the Crossing Project construction area.
• View pictures of the construction and of signs for safe pedestrian/cycling detours.
• View video to see what’s happening underground.

For more information, visit md355crossing.com

A Safety Reminder:

As construction of the Crossing Project at the Medical Center Metro Station moves forward, the Montgomery County Dept. of Transportation (MCDOT) urges people to exercise caution as they walk, bike or travel near the construction zone. Please pay attention to all signs that have been posted for your safety. Walk or bike only on designated crosswalks, sidewalks and paths.

In the meantime, MCDOT appreciates the patience of everyone who lives, works or travels through the area.

Release ID: 19-184
Media Contact: Hannah Henn 240-777-8389