MANHEIM TWP, PA — The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) is advising travelers of an overnight ramp closure in Manheim Township, Lancaster County. The eastbound Route 30 ramp to northbound Route 222 will be closed for pavement repairs from 9:00 PM Monday, May 20, until 6:00 AM Tuesday, May 21. This closure will allow for extensive milling and repaving of deteriorated pavement that has required frequent patching.
During this period, motorists should expect traffic backups and delays. PennDOT has established a detour for drivers on eastbound Route 30, who should continue to the Route 23 East/New Holland Avenue/Pike Exit, turn left at the top of the ramp, then turn left onto westbound Route 30 and subsequently exit onto the ramp to northbound Route 222. Travelers are encouraged to allow extra time for their commutes and drive with caution through the detour routes.
The ramp work could not be completed the previous weekend due to the demolition of the southbound Route 222 bridge to eastbound Route 30, which required contractor access via the ramp.
PennDOT’s broader interchange improvement project involves significant upgrades around the Route 222/Route 30 Interchange. This includes constructing additional lanes and reconstructing Route 222 from the interchange north to near Stoner Park, just south of the Landis Valley Road bridge. Enhancements feature new lanes for the southbound Route 222 ramp to westbound Route 30, extensions of existing lanes, and the conversion of Route 222 from four lanes to six lanes within the project limits.
Additionally, bridges carrying Route 222 ramps over Route 30 will be replaced, with the northbound Route 222 bridge widened to two lanes. The Eden Road bridge spanning Route 222 will remain, while Route 222 under the bridge will be lowered to improve clearance.
Throughout the project, four lanes of traffic will be maintained to minimize disruption. PennDOT advises motorists to remain alert and exercise caution in the work zone.
JD Eckman, Inc., of Atglen, PA, is overseeing the $72.2 million project, expected to conclude by September 3, 2027.
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