The I-895 Baltimore Harbor Tunnel (BHT) automated lane closure system (ALCS), constructed for opening and closing lanes for night-time and off-peak maintenance in the tunnel as needed, will begin operations in October 2022.
The ALCS includes overhead lane use signals, horizontal swing gates and arrow panels north and south of the tunnel to alert motorists of the closed lane and traffic shift into two-way operations.
The BHT ALCS project will be integrated into the existing tunnel traffic control system. When the ALCS system is used, cones will continue the lane closure beyond the horizontal swing gates before the tunnel and at the crossovers. This system enhances the current lane closure system, increases safety for our customers and provides a safer work environment for our employees.
The Maryland Transportation Authority (MDTA) is a leader in shaping and enhancing Maryland’s transportation network. Increasing safety through innovation and technology is the MDTA’s priority.
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