LANCASTER COUNTY, PA — The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) has initiated a substantial infrastructure project aimed at enhancing the interchange of Route 30 and Route 222 in Lancaster County, promising to significantly improve traffic flow and safety. The project, which began its next phase this week, will see extensive work performed during overnight hours to minimize disruption to motorists.
From Monday, April 21, through Saturday, April 27, crews will engage in critical tasks including the removal and resetting of barriers, joint repairs on both northbound and southbound Route 222, and the installation of barriers on the southbound Route 222 ramp to westbound Route 30. These operations are scheduled to occur from 9:00 PM to 6:00 AM, weather permitting.
The comprehensive project encompasses improvements at the Route 222/Route 30 Interchange and extends approximately one mile north from the interchange near Stoner Park, just south of the Landis Valley Road bridge. Notably, the plan includes the construction of additional lanes on the ramps between Route 222 and Route 30, as well as the extension of existing lanes to facilitate smoother traffic flow and increased accessibility.
A significant aspect of the project is the conversion of Route 222 from four lanes to six lanes within the specified project limits, aimed at accommodating growing traffic demands. Additionally, the initiative involves the replacement and widening of two bridges that carry Route 222 ramps over Route 30, along with the lowering of Route 222 under the Eden Road bridge to increase clearance.
Throughout the duration of the project, PennDOT has committed to maintaining four lanes of traffic to ensure minimal impact on daily commutes. However, motorists are advised to remain vigilant and exercise caution when driving through the active work zone.
This ambitious endeavor, contracted to JD Eckman, Inc., of Atglen, PA, at a cost of $72,173,900, is slated for completion by September 3, 2027. As the work progresses, PennDOT urges drivers to stay informed about potential traffic pattern changes and to plan their travel accordingly.
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