NORTH COVENTRY TWP, PA — Drivers heading east on U.S. 422 through Chester and Montgomery counties should prepare for daytime delays Thursday as PennDOT closes a lane for paving and shoulder construction.
At a Glance
- Roads Affected: Eastbound U.S. 422 between the Hanover Street and Sanatoga (Evergreen Road) interchanges
- Dates: Thursday, Oct. 8
- Times: 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
- Reason: Paving and shoulder construction
A right lane closure will be in place on eastbound U.S. 422 between the Hanover Street and Sanatoga interchanges, affecting traffic through North Coventry Township in Chester County and Lower Pottsgrove Township in Montgomery County.
PennDOT warned that backups and delays will occur during the seven-hour restriction. Drivers should plan extra time or seek alternate routes when practical.
The work is weather dependent and could be rescheduled if conditions interfere with construction.
The restriction is part of PennDOT’s $83.6 million project to reconstruct and improve approximately 2.1 miles of U.S. 422 and replace bridges between the Sanatoga Interchange and Porter Road in Lower Pottsgrove Township.
Before heading onto U.S. 422 Thursday, check the MyChesCo Traffic Center for the latest construction restrictions, crashes and delays so you can adjust your trip before traffic backs up: https://www.mychesco.com/traffic/
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