LANCASTER, PA — The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) has announced lane restrictions on Route 30 near the Route 30/Route 222 Interchange in Lancaster County, set to take place nightly this week. These measures are in preparation for the demolition of the southbound Route 222 bridge leading to eastbound Route 30.
From Monday, May 6, through the morning of Friday, May 10, drivers will encounter lane closures in both directions from 9:00 PM to 6:00 AM. Motorists should prepare for adjustments to their nightly commutes and exercise caution while navigating the area.
In anticipation of the bridge’s removal the weekend of May 10-13, traffic on southbound Route 222 has been rerouted onto the northbound Route 222 bridge over Route 30. This traffic pattern will stay in effect until the construction of a new bridge is completed.
Should weather conditions permit, a full closure of Route 30 and the affecting Route 222 bridges is planned from 9:00 PM Friday, May 10, through 5:00 AM Monday, May 13. The operation aims to dismantle the existing structure that previously facilitated southbound Route 222 traffic onto eastbound Route 30.
To facilitate travel during this time, PennDOT has outlined several detour routes for affected travelers. Notably, eastbound Route 30 traffic will be redirected via Route 501 (Lititz Pike), Route 222 south, Duke Street, and Route 23 east back to Route 30. Additional detours will be established for other directions and connections, with PennDOT advising motorists to expect delays and congestion along these alternative paths. Travelers are encouraged to plan extra time for their journeys or to avoid the area if possible.
This construction effort is part of a larger project aimed at enhancing the Route 222/Route 30 Interchange and expanding Route 222 to six lanes from the interchange northward for about a mile. The project includes the replacement of two bridges carrying Route 222 ramps over Route 30, with plans to widen the northbound Route 222 bridge to two lanes. Furthermore, efforts will focus on increasing clearance under the Eden Road bridge, which will not undergo demolition but will see Route 222 lowered beneath it.
Throughout the project’s duration, PennDOT commits to maintaining four lanes of traffic to minimize disruptions. Expected to conclude by September 3, 2027, the $72,173,900 initiative is led by JD Eckman, Inc., of Atglen, PA. Motorists are reminded to stay alert and proceed with caution when driving through the designated work zones.
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