SOUTHEASTERN PENNSYLVANIA — Residents of Bucks and Montgomery Counties should prepare for significant roadwork next week as the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) embarks on a $14.9 million project to upgrade stormwater management facilities across the Philadelphia region.
This massive project will see improvements on more than 90 state highways across five counties. Two of the areas set for immediate attention are Route 611 (Easton Road) in Plumstead Township, Bucks County, and Bethlehem Pike in Springfield Township, Montgomery County.
Starting Monday, February 26, through Friday, March 1, lane closures are scheduled from 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM on Route 611. The affected area is between Silo Hill Road and Point Pleasant Pike. Meanwhile, lane closures on Bethlehem Pike during the same period and times will impact the stretch between Stenton Avenue and Meadowbrook Lane.
For clarity, a ‘lane closure’ refers to the temporary blocking off of one or more lanes on a road, typically to facilitate construction or repair work. With fewer lanes available for vehicles, traffic congestion and delays are likely.
Drivers, take heed: PennDOT advises you to allow extra time when traveling through these work areas. Backups and delays are expected due to the lane closures, so your regular commute may take longer than usual.
Keep in mind, outdoor projects like these are subject to weather conditions. All scheduled activities depend on favorable weather, so adverse conditions could potentially alter the timing and duration of the work.
Highway Materials, Inc of Flourtown, Montgomery County, has been appointed as the general contractor on this project. The project is financed with 100 percent state funds, meaning it’s entirely funded by taxpayer dollars.
Patience, careful planning, and a dash of good humor can make this temporary inconvenience more bearable. Safe travels, southeastern Pennsylvania!
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