PROSPECT PARK, PA — Drivers should expect weekday delays on northbound Route 420 (Wanamaker Avenue) as bridge construction restricts traffic between Interstate 95 and 4th Avenue, according to the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation.
At a Glance
- Roads Affected: Northbound Route 420 (Wanamaker Avenue) between Interstate 95 and 4th Avenue
- Dates: Monday, July 27, through Monday, August 10
- Times: 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM weekdays
- Reason: Bridge replacement construction
A lane will be closed during the scheduled work hours as crews continue a $36 million project to replace two bridges carrying Route 420 over Darby Creek in Prospect Park Borough and Tinicum Township.
PennDOT advised motorists to plan extra time when traveling through the work zone because backups and delays are expected. Drivers should seek alternate routes when possible, particularly during periods of heavier daytime traffic.
No detour was announced. All scheduled construction activities are weather dependent and may be postponed or rescheduled.
Stay ahead of lane closures, construction projects and unexpected delays by checking the MyChesCo Traffic Center before starting your trip: https://www.mychesco.com/traffic/
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