Baltimore LocalLink 29 Reroutes Around Watermain Break

LocalLink 29 bus route detours around Caton Avenue watermain break from Friday to Saturday

LocalLink 29 Detours Around Watermain Break

Baltimore's LocalLink 29 bus route will detour around a watermain break at Caton Avenue and Georgetown Road starting Friday morning, Maryland Transit Administration officials said. The temporary detour affects service between Mondawmin and Brooklyn and is scheduled to begin May 2 at 9:57 a.m., with repairs expected to wrap up by May 3 at 10 a.m. Riders should expect delays during the roughly 24-hour disruption.

Infrastructure Failure Prompts Route Change

The detour stems from emergency construction work needed to repair the watermain break at the Caton Avenue and Georgetown Road intersection. Transit officials said the infrastructure failure requires immediate attention, forcing buses to navigate around the affected area. Watermain breaks typically require street closures while utility crews excavate and repair underground pipes, making the intersection impassable for regular bus service. The MTA didn't specify which streets buses will use during the detour or how much additional travel time riders should expect.

Service Modifications Cover Weekend Period

The detour takes effect Friday morning and continues through Saturday morning, covering a full 24-hour period that includes Friday evening commutes and Saturday morning travel. Transit officials said passengers using the LocalLink 29 route during this window should plan extra time for their trips. The MTA encourages riders to check for updates before traveling, as repair work could finish earlier or take longer than the projected Saturday morning end time. Officials didn't say whether the detour affects all LocalLink 29 trips or only those serving specific stops near the construction zone.

Repairs Expected Complete by Saturday Morning

Construction crews are scheduled to complete watermain repairs by 10 a.m. on May 3, allowing LocalLink 29 buses to resume normal routing. Transit officials said the timeline depends on the extent of damage and repair complexity. Riders can contact the Transit Information Contact Center at 410-539-5000 for real-time updates on when regular service will resume.

Alternative Options Available During Detour

Passengers who regularly use stops near Caton Avenue and Georgetown Road may need to walk to alternate stops or consider other routes during the detour period. Transit officials said alternative routes and schedules are available, though they didn't specify which other LocalLink routes serve the affected area. Riders can check Moovit for real-time bus locations and trip planning around the detour, helping them navigate service changes and find the fastest routes during the disruption.