Delaware Department of Transportation officials have announced an extended closure of Route 42 that will significantly impact local traffic patterns for the next two years.
The roadway between Blanton Drive and Moorton Road is completely blocked to through traffic and will remain inaccessible until 5:00 PM on March 18, 2026.
Motorists who regularly use this stretch of Route 42 will need to find alternate routes during the lengthy closure period. DelDOT has not provided details about the specific reason for the extended shutdown or what construction or maintenance work is planned for the area.
The closure affects a key section of the state highway system and drivers should plan additional travel time when navigating around the blocked roadway.
