SOUTHEASTERN PENNSYLVANIA — Montgomery County and Delaware County drivers, buckle up for potential delays! The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) has announced nighttime repair operations next week on Interstate 476. This is part of a $63.7 million project to resurface, repair, and improve nearly 17 miles of the interstate, including associated ramps and bridges from I-76 in West Conshohocken Borough, Montgomery County, to I-95 in Ridley Township, Delaware County.
From Monday, February 26, through Friday, March 1, there will be a lane closure from 8:00 PM to 5:00 AM on various sections of both northbound and southbound I-476 between the I-76 (Philadelphia/Valley Forge) and I-95 (Philadelphia/Chester) interchanges.
Motorists should prepare for potential backups and delays during these hours. With one less lane available, congestion is likely to occur, particularly if traffic volume is high. PennDOT advises allowing extra time for travel through the work areas.
The scope of this project is extensive. PennDOT’s contractor, H&K Group, Inc. of Skippack, PA, will mill and overlay I-476 travel lanes and shoulders in both directions; perform repairs on 49 structures; improve 21 stormwater management basins to address existing rock slope stabilization issues; repair existing sound walls; replace inlets at select locations; and install new pavement markings, delineators, rumble strips, signage, and guiderail.
The goal of this project is to extend the design life and improve ride quality and safety of the interstate. It also aims to enhance the current condition of roadside elements such as stormwater basins, drainage inlets, slope stabilization, guiderail, and signs that are in poor condition.
So, when planning your nighttime travels, remember to factor in possible delays. As always, drive safely, Southeastern Pennsylvania!
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