Traffic & Transit

Construction On NJ 79 In Marlboro, Matawan Prompts Lane Shift

As of 9 a.m. Thursday, gas main work on NJ 79 northbound has prompted a lane shift until mid-afternoon.

MARLBORO, NJ - Construction on NJ 79 in northern Monmouth County has prompted a lane shift until mid-afternoon, authorities said.

Gas main work on NJ 79 northbound north of CR 3/Lloyd Road in Marlboro to Wilson Avenue in Matawan will be completed during the traffic shift starting at 9 a.m., according to a 511NJ alert.

The closure is in effect until 3 p.m. today, the alert reads.

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Motorists are encouraged to check NJDOT's traffic information website www.511nj.org for construction updates and real-time travel information.

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