LOWER MERION, PA — Motorists who frequent U.S. 30 (Lancaster Avenue) in Lower Merion Township, Montgomery County, are set for a long season of traffic disruptions as PECO Energy kicks off a significant utility construction project starting Monday, April 1. The initiative, aimed at upgrading the area’s utility infrastructure, will introduce a persistent weekday lane closure that is bound to impact daily commutes and local traffic flow.
The specific travel restriction to be aware of involves the eastbound lane of U.S. 30, stretching from Church Road to Old Wynnewood Road. This closure will be in effect from 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM, Monday through Friday, extending from the project’s inception in April all the way through to Wednesday, October 30. Given the duration and timing of this closure, it intersects with peak daytime travel, promising to significantly slow down traffic and create backups.
PECO Energy’s construction efforts, authorized under a PennDOT Highway Occupancy Permit, are essential for maintaining and enhancing the utility services that support the community. However, the immediate consequence for drivers is clear: navigating this stretch of Lancaster Avenue will require patience, strategic planning, and likely, some added time.
Travelers are strongly encouraged to allow for extra time when their routes intersect with the work area. The expected delays and congestion call for a proactive approach to daily travel, including considering alternate routes or adjusting travel times when possible. The predictability of backups during these hours makes such adjustments prudent for anyone looking to avoid the worst of the traffic snarls.
Completion of the project hinges on cooperative weather, adding an element of unpredictability to the already extended timeline. Weather-related delays could potentially push back the end date, prolonging the period of disruption for motorists and local businesses alike.
Drivers can check current road conditions by visiting the MyChesCo Traffic Center. Stay updated on the latest news and information from MyChesCo with our free newsletter. Follow MyChesCo on Twitter at twitter.com/MyChesCo and like us on Facebook at facebook.com/MyChesCo.
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