LOWER MERION TWP, PA — Drivers on westbound Interstate 76 (Schuylkill Expressway) should plan extra time next week as overnight equipment repairs close a lane through Lower Merion Township, according to the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation.
At a Glance
- Roads Affected: Westbound I-76 (Schuylkill Expressway) between the Belmont Avenue/Green Lane Interchange (Exit 338) and Mill Creek Road underpass
- Dates: Wednesday, Sept. 30 through Thursday, Oct. 1
- Times: 9:00 PM–5:00 AM
- Reason: Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS) repair
The right lane of westbound I-76 will close between Exit 338 and the Mill Creek Road underpass during the overnight work periods.
PennDOT expects backups and delays through the work zone. Drivers should allow extra time or consider alternate routes, particularly if traveling through Lower Merion late Wednesday or Thursday night.
The work involves repairs to Intelligent Transportation Systems equipment, which is used to support traffic management and provide motorists with roadway information.
The schedule is weather dependent.
Before getting on the Schuylkill Expressway, check the MyChesCo Traffic Center for the latest construction, closures and delays that could affect your trip: https://www.mychesco.com/traffic/.
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