SKIPPACK TWP, PA — Midweek commuters along Route 73 should prepare for daytime slowdowns as PennDOT advances its bridge replacement project over Skippack Creek.
At A Glance
- Roads Affected: Route 73 (Skippack Pike)
- Dates: Wednesday, March 25
- Times: 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM
- Reason: Bridge replacement construction over Skippack Creek
On Wednesday, March 25, periodic lane closures will be in place on Route 73 (Skippack Pike) between Old Forty Foot Road/Evansburg Road and Kerr Road. Traffic will be reduced intermittently as crews continue roadway and bridge construction tied to the $7 million project.
No formal detours are planned, but drivers should expect intermittent backups through the work zone, especially during late-morning and early-afternoon travel. Plan extra time if your commute includes this stretch of Skippack Pike and remain alert for flaggers and shifting lane patterns.
The project will replace the aging 90-year-old bridge with a new single-span reinforced concrete structure designed to improve durability and safety. The upgraded bridge will carry two 12-foot travel lanes and 8-foot shoulders.
All work is weather dependent and may be adjusted if conditions change.
Before heading out, check real-time road conditions and construction alerts at the MyChesCo Traffic Center: https://www.mychesco.com/traffic/.
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