PHILADELPHIA, PA — Motorists navigating City Avenue in Philadelphia and Lower Merion Township, Montgomery County, should brace for significant traffic disruptions as A.P. Construction, Inc. advances with the construction of the St. Joseph’s University pedestrian bridge. The project, aimed at enhancing pedestrian safety and connectivity, will necessitate extended lane closures on one of the area’s busiest thoroughfares, U.S. 1 (City Avenue), heralding a period of potential traffic snarls and delays.
Starting Monday, April 1, through Monday, April 8, drivers will encounter a round-the-clock right lane closure on the northbound side of U.S. 1 (City Avenue), stretching from 59th Street to Lapsley Lane. The construction schedule indicates that work could extend into the weekend, depending on the contractor’s needs, further complicating travel plans for residents and visitors alike.
The following week, from Monday, April 8, through Monday, April 15, the disruption shifts gears with a 24/7 left lane closure affecting both directions of U.S. 1 (City Avenue) within the same stretch. This phase of the project underscores the comprehensive nature of the construction efforts, but also signals an increased likelihood of traffic backups as lanes constrict and vehicle flow is impeded.
PennDOT advises all motorists planning to travel through this corridor to allocate extra time for their journeys, anticipating the inevitable delays that these closures will precipitate. The advisory serves as a reminder to drivers to exercise patience and consider alternative routes if possible, in order to navigate around the congested segments of City Avenue.
It is important to note that the execution of these construction activities is contingent upon favorable weather conditions. Should inclement weather arise, the schedule may be subject to adjustments, potentially extending the duration of traffic disruptions.
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