Midday Red Line Delays and Carnegie Ave Restrictions Impact Cleveland Commuters

Midday Red Line Maintenance and Transit Alerts

Commuters utilizing the Greater Cleveland Regional Transit Authority (RTA) should prepare for service adjustments today, Wednesday, February 11, 2026. Scheduled track maintenance is currently underway on the Red Line between the West 117th - Madison and West Park stations. This work, which occurs daily from 9:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. through Thursday, requires single-tracking. While 15-minute Red Line service was recently restored for peak hours, riders traveling during this midday window should allow for extra travel time as frequency will be reduced.

Major Arterial Roadworks and Construction

Several long-term infrastructure projects continue to affect major arteries throughout the city. Motorists should be aware of the following ongoing restrictions:

• Carnegie Avenue: Phase 2 of the Carnegie Avenue Rehabilitation project remains active between East 79th Street and Martin Luther King Jr. Drive. Traffic is currently limited to one westbound lane and one eastbound lane. Commuters are advised to seek alternate routes such as Chester Avenue to avoid congestion during peak hours.
• I-480 and I-77 Interchange: Bridge deck replacement work continues on the ramps connecting I-480 and I-77. While detours are clearly marked, lane shifts and narrowed shoulders may cause minor slowdowns, especially for those transitioning from I-480 eastbound to I-77 northbound.
• State Route 176: Work continues on the bridge deck replacement for the Route 176 northbound exit ramp to West 14th Street and Steelyard Commons. Drivers should remain alert for shifting traffic patterns as this project nears its spring completion.

Airport and Local Travel Advisories

For those heading to Cleveland Hopkins International Airport (CLE), construction on the Lower Roadway (Arrivals level) is still in effect as part of an ongoing tunnel rehabilitation project. Pickups and drop-offs on the arrivals level are currently restricted to Doors 5, 6, and 7. To avoid congestion, airport officials recommend using the Upper Roadway (Departures level) for all passenger transfers if possible.

Weather and Road Safety

Regional weather alerts have noted potential ice concerns and cold temperatures this morning. While major highways remain clear, secondary roads may have patches of black ice. Additionally, local authorities have monitored potential ice jam flooding in the region following recent temperature fluctuations. Drivers are urged to maintain safe following distances and exercise caution in active work zones, particularly where crews are present on Carnegie Avenue and near the airport.