DELAWARE COUNTY, PA — In a major move to enhance road conditions, the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) has embarked on a comprehensive $16.9 million initiative aimed at repairing and resurfacing 28 state highways across Delaware County. This extensive project is set to bring not only long-term improvements to the county’s road infrastructure but also short-term disruptions to daily commutes.
Starting Sunday, March 24, motorists navigating through Aston Township, Chester Heights Borough, and Chester Township will encounter scheduled lane closures during both nighttime and select daytime hours. These closures are necessary for milling and paving operations, as well as utility adjustments, marking the first phase of a project designed to revitalize 45 miles of state highways.
The initial schedule includes a lane closure on Bodley Road between Valleybrook Road and Birney Highway, from 6:00 PM to 6:00 AM the following morning. Concurrently, Concord Road will see lane closures with flagging between Bethel Road and U.S. 1 (Baltimore Pike) from 7:00 PM to 5:00 AM, extending from Sunday, March 24, through Thursday, March 28. This same stretch will also experience daytime lane closures for utility adjustments from Monday, March 25, through Friday, March 29. Engle Street, between 9th Street and Concord Road in Chester Township, will follow suit with a nighttime lane closure scheduled for Thursday, March 28.
Drivers are advised to expect delays and allow extra time when traveling through these work areas. The presence of construction crews and equipment, combined with reduced lane availability, is likely to create backups during these periods. All planned activities are contingent upon favorable weather conditions, adding an element of unpredictability to the project’s timeline.
This pavement improvement endeavor, contracted to Allan Myers of Worcester, Montgomery County, aims to seal roadways and provide a smoother riding surface through the application of bituminous material. Funded entirely by state resources, the project aims to improve the safety and comfort of Delaware County’s motorists.
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