Skip to content

Traffic Alert: Norfolk Southern Railroad to Conduct Phase Two of Rail Work

HAGERSTOWN, MD (March 15, 2019) – Norfolk Southern Railroad has informed the County that the second phase of crossing work will begin on or about Wednesday, March 20, 2019. Each crossing may be closed for up to five days to complete the rail replacement, weather permitting. Phase one of this project was completed on January 22, 2019 and January 23, 2019. During the second phase, Norfolk Southern will be installing new rail.

In order to perform the work, the following roads will be closed to thru traffic at the railroad crossing:

  • Shawley Drive Crossing
  • Maugansville Road
  • Village Mill Drive
  • Reiff Church Road Crossings

Exact locations of impacted roads and crossings can be found in the maps below.

Motorists will still be able to reach properties on either side of the crossing, but will not be able to drive across the tracks. Detour routes will be posted to direct traffic around the closure.

Motorists approaching the closure will encounter cones, barricades, detour signs, and other traffic control devices.

Emergency vehicles will not be able to pass through while the closure is in effect, but will be able to respond to calls on either side of the railroad tracks.

###

Other news:

Washington County Reinstates Burn Ban Effective Immediately

Washington County Reinstates Burn Ban Effective Immediately

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE   CONTACT: Danielle Weaver, Director Phone: 240-313-2380 Email: [email protected] Haleigh Resetar, Public Relations Coordinator Phone: 240-313-2382 Email: [email protected] WASHINGTON…
Washington County Businesses and Nonprofits Encouraged to Apply for SBA Disaster Loans

Washington County Businesses and Nonprofits Encouraged to Apply for SBA Disaster Loans

HAGERSTOWN, MD (March 10, 2025) – Washington County Department of Business and Economic Development urges small businesses and private nonprofit organizations (PNPs)…
Washington County to Lift Burn Ban on Monday, March 10, 2025, at 8:00 AM

Washington County to Lift Burn Ban on Monday, March 10, 2025, at 8:00 AM

Washington County, MD (March 7, 2025) – The Washington County Office of Emergency Management, by order of the Board of County…
Liberal Leave is in effective for Washington County Government

LIBERAL LEAVE IS IN EFFECT FOR WASHINGTON COUNTY GOVERNMENT

Liberal leave is in effect for all non-essential personal on Tuesday, February 13, 2024, until noon. Essential personnel are expected to fulfill their duties as usual.

The starting time for today’s Board of County Commissioners meeting will be reevaluated at 9:00 am.

For those required to travel, exercise caution on the roadways. If driving is necessary, ensure your vehicle is completely cleared, drive at a reduced speed, practice caution, and avoid crowding or passing plows.
 
We’ll keep the public informed of any changes. Stay updated by monitoring Washington County Government’s website and social media channels for the latest information. Your safety is our priority!