LANCASTER COUNTY, PA — Drivers traveling southbound on Route 222 next weekend should prepare for delays as PennDOT crews perform bridge repairs over Cocalico Creek near the Warwick-West Earl township line.
At a Glance
- Roads Affected: Southbound Route 222
- Dates: June 27, 2026
- Times: 2:00 AM-7:00 PM
- Reason: Bridge repairs
According to PennDOT, a lane restriction will be in place on the southbound Route 222 bridge over Cocalico Creek from 2:00 a.m. until 7:00 p.m. on Saturday, June 27, weather permitting.
The work involves repairs to bridge dams and is expected to affect traffic throughout much of the day. No detour has been announced, but motorists should expect delays as traffic is reduced through the work zone.
Drivers are encouraged to plan extra time for travel and seek alternate routes if possible, especially during peak daytime hours when traffic volumes are typically higher.
The repairs are part of an ongoing $8.5 million pavement preservation project along a 3.3-mile stretch of Route 222 in Manheim, Warwick, and West Earl townships. The broader project includes resurfacing, milling, base repairs, concrete patching, guiderail improvements, pavement marking updates, and sign replacements.
PennDOT said most roadway work associated with the project has already been completed. However, additional lane and ramp closures may still be required near the Route 772 (Brownstown/Rothsville) interchange to finish remaining work items.
Motorists should remain alert for changing traffic patterns, obey posted work zone signs, and use caution when traveling through the construction area.
For the latest road closures, lane restrictions, construction updates, and commuter alerts across southeastern Pennsylvania, visit the MyChesCo Traffic Center at https://www.mychesco.com/traffic/.
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