Silver Spring Road to Close at CSX Railroad Crossing

A new path for pedestrians and cyclists along the CSX railroad crossing in Silver Spring near the intersection of Forest Glen Road and Linden Lane will be constructed next month, a news release from Montgomery County government confirmed. 

"Montgomery County requested the repairs because of the very poor condition of the roadway, and the reconstruction is too extensive to be completed without closing the road," the statement reads. "Funding for the project comes from state and federal monies designated for railroad grade crossing safety."

Beginning April 1, a part of the streets will close to drivers for 30 to 45 days, the release said. Signs will alert drivers to the closing and detours. 

Once complete, pedestrians and cyclists will not have to travel in driver lanes.