UPPER DARBY, PA — Drivers should prepare for a weekend-long closure of Lansdowne Avenue as SEPTA crews complete rail crossing improvements in Upper Darby Township.
At a Glance
- Roads Affected: Lansdowne Avenue between Garrett Road and Winding Way
- Dates: Friday, August 7, through Monday, August 10
- Times: 9:00 AM Friday to 6:00 PM Monday
- Reason: SEPTA rail crossing improvements
Lansdowne Avenue will be closed continuously between Garrett Road and Winding Way throughout the construction period.
Eastbound drivers will be directed to use State Road, Route 3 (West Chester Pike), Bywood Avenue, Fairfield Avenue and Garrett Road.
Westbound drivers will be directed to use Garrett Road, Route 3 (West Chester Pike) and State Road.
Local access will be maintained at all times. Drivers should plan extra time because backups and delays are expected near the work zone and along the detour routes. Seek alternate routes when practical and remain alert for changing traffic patterns.
The work is weather dependent and may be postponed if conditions are unfavorable.
Do not let this weekend road closure disrupt your travel through Upper Darby. Check the latest road restrictions, detours and traffic alerts at the MyChesCo Traffic Center before heading out: https://www.mychesco.com/traffic/
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