Announcements
I-495 & I-270 Managed Lanes Study Request for Public Comment on Section 4(f) De Minimis Findings
The Maryland Department of Transportation State Highway Administration (MDOT SHA) is notifying the public of a 15-day public comment period related to a change of the impact status to de minimis for Section 4(f) resources owned by the City of Gaithersburg.
MDOT SHA will accept comments through 11:59 PM on February 26, 2022.
HOT Lanes Can Improve Access and Options, Reduce Traffic Congestion in Maryland
Benefits of The New American Legion Bridge I-270 to I-70 Traffic Relief Plan using a HOT Lanes approach…
Op Lanes Maryland 2021 Review
As we move further into 2022, we wanted to take a moment to reflect on all that Op Lanes Maryland was able to accomplish during the past year.
The I-495 & I-270 Public-Private Partnership (P3) Program was renamed Op Lanes Maryland and achieved many of its most important milestones.
I-495 & I-270 Managed Lanes Study SDEIS Comment Period Extended
The Maryland Department of Transportation State Highway Administration (MDOT SHA) and Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) today announced a 15-day extension of the public comment period for the SDEIS.
The Managed Lanes Study will accept comments through 11:59 p.m. on November 30, 2021.
MDOT SHA, Federal Highway Administration Publish I-495 & I-270 Managed Lanes Study Supplemental Draft Environmental Impact Statement (SDEIS)
The Maryland Department of Transportation State Highway Administration (MDOT SHA) and Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) published the Supplemental Draft Environmental Impact Statement (SDEIS) in compliance with the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) for the I-495 & I-270 Managed Lanes Study. The Study considers ways to relieve congestion and improve trip reliability, mobility and connectivity for modes of travel, including transit, in the National Capital Region.
The I-495 & I-270 P3 Program is Now Op Lanes Maryland
The I-495 & I-270 P3 Program will now be known as Op Lanes Maryland. The P3 Program has evolved from when we began four years ago, and our new name, Op Lanes Maryland, reflects this evolution as we continue to collaborate with Montgomery, Frederick and Prince George’s counties, community organizations, residents, businesses, agencies, regional partners and other stakeholders.
Public Outreach: Urbana Latino Celebration
The New American Legion Bridge I-270 Traffic Relief Plan team had a great time at the Urbana Latino Celebration this weekend! We love going out in the community to educate Marylanders about the benefits of replacing the aging American Legion Bridge and answering any questions about how this will provide new travel options and opportunities for all.
Public Outreach: Brookmont Farmer’s Market
The New American Legion Bridge I-270 Traffic Relief Plan team had a lovely day at the Brookmont Farmer’s Market yesterday chatting with the community about the advantages of HOT lanes and how they can benefit all travelers.
Public Outreach: Rockville Arts Festival
This past weekend, the New American Legion Bridge I-270 Traffic Relief Plan team came out to the 9th Annual Rockville Arts Festival to educate Maryland citizens on the benefits of replacing the American Legion Bridge and the options and opportunities HOT lanes will bring all travelers throughout the region.
Public Outreach: Derwood Farmer’s Market
So many Marylanders came to chat with the New American Legion Bridge I-270 Traffic Relief Plan team this weekend at the Derwood Farmer’s Market! We are always ready to answer your questions and concerns about HOT lanes and the replacement of the American Legion Bridge.
