NJDOT Annual Statewide Pothole Repair Campaign Begins Next Week: Moving Operations and Daytime Lane Closures Can Be Expected

The New Jersey Department of Transportation (NJDOT) announced the start of its annual statewide pothole repair campaign on March 16, 2026, aiming to address road damage caused by winter weather conditions. Acting Commissioner Priya Jain emphasized that pothole repair will be a primary focus in the coming months, with crews conducting daytime lane closures to expedite repairs while minimizing traffic disruptions. The campaign is expected to be more extensive this year due to increased freeze-thaw cycles. NJDOT will use variable message signs and online updates to inform motorists and encourages public reporting of potholes. The initiative builds on ongoing efforts to improve road conditions statewide, alongside safety reminders for drivers to slow down and comply with move-over laws in work zones.