Drivers traveling on Route 1 should expect delays this afternoon due to ongoing construction work that has forced the closure of one lane.
Delaware Department of Transportation officials report that the right lane of Coastal Highway is currently blocked between Paynter Road and Broadkill Road (Route 16) while crews complete construction activities in the area.
The lane restriction is scheduled to be lifted by 3 PM today, though motorists are advised to allow extra travel time and exercise caution when passing through the work zone.
Traffic is being directed around the construction area using the remaining open lanes.
