PLYMOUTH TWP, PA — In a much-awaited development for Montgomery County commuters, the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) has announced the reopening of northbound Plymouth Road in Plymouth Township. The stretch between Rittenhouse Square and Butler Pike had been closed due to urgent sinkhole and pipe repair.
The trouble began on Friday, February 2, when PennDOT crews discovered pavement settlement, a common sign of a subsurface sinkhole. Swift action was taken to close northbound Plymouth Road to address the issue and ensure public safety.
Sinkholes, often caused by the erosion of underlying limestone or other soluble rocks, can lead to significant road hazards. They can cause the ground to suddenly collapse, creating voids that can swallow up parts of the road, vehicles, and even buildings in extreme cases.
With the repairs complete, northbound Plymouth Road was reopened to traffic on Friday evening, bringing relief to drivers who have faced detours and delays over the past week.
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