Temporary Detour: Construction on Old Columbia Pk on September 19
Updated: 9/18/2026
Advisory Effective: Sep 19, 2026 – Sep 19, 2026
Route Affected: M52
On Saturday, September 19, from 8:30am until 12:30pm, buses will detour due to construction. Please allow additional travel time and avoid the area if possible.
Street Closures:
- Old Columbia Pk between Old Briggs Chaney Rd and Marilyn J. Praisner
The following routes will detour:
M52 Colesville Rd-Burtonsville northbound towards Burtonsville
- Buses begin detouring on Briggs Chaney Rd at Castle Blvd, resuming regular route on Old Columbia Pk at National Dr.
M52 Colesville Rd-Burtonsville southbound towards Silver Spring
- Buses begin detouring at Columbia Pk at Sandy Spring Rd, resuming regular route on Briggs Chaney Rd at Castle Blvd.
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