COLUMBIA, PA — Drivers traveling through Columbia Borough in Lancaster County should prepare for two days of daytime traffic restrictions next week as PennDOT inspects the Third Street (Route 3441) bridge over Route 30.
At a Glance
- Roads Affected: Eastbound and westbound Route 30 beneath the Third Street (Route 3441) bridge
- Dates: Tuesday, Oct. 13, and Wednesday, Oct. 14
- Times: 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. each day
- Reason: Bridge inspection
On Tuesday, Oct. 13, inspection crews will work along eastbound Route 30 beneath the Third Street bridge between mile markers 254.2 and 254.4.
The following day, Wednesday, Oct. 14, operations will shift to westbound Route 30 between mile markers 254.4 and 254.2.
Lane restrictions are expected during both five-hour work periods, although PennDOT did not specify which lanes will be closed.
Drivers should plan extra time and anticipate possible backups as traffic moves through the inspection area. Motorists should also watch for work-zone signs and be prepared for changing lane configurations.
The inspections are weather dependent and could be rescheduled if conditions prevent crews from safely completing the work.
The scheduled inspections will examine the Third Street bridge, which carries Route 3441 over Route 30 in Columbia Borough.
Before traveling Route 30 next week, don’t risk getting caught in an unexpected backup. Visit the MyChesCo Traffic Center for the latest construction restrictions, road closures and traffic delays across the region: https://www.mychesco.com/traffic/
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