Water Main Break, Sink Hole Causing Delays In Rockville: Traffic Alert

ROCKVILLE, MD — Rockville commuters expecting a quick exit before the long New Year's weekend should seek alternate routes on Friday afternoon, as a water main break and sink hole are creating delays near the District Courthouse, according to the Rockville City Police.

Maryland Avenue is closed at East Jefferson Street, according to a 1:25 p.m. post on the Montgomery County Department of Police's official Twitter account. The public is advised to avoid the area and seek an alternate route.

Rockville City Public Works crews were on their way to the scene, according to police.

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12/30/22 - 1:25p.m. Water main break/sinkhole in area of E. Jefferson St and Maryland Ave near District Courthouse. Road shut down, City Public Works en route. Please avoid the area and seek alternate route. pic.twitter.com/MRx5d47zuQ
— Rockville City Police Department (@RockvilleCityPD) December 30, 2022