KING OF PRISSIA, PA — The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) is poised to commence a comprehensive $2.6 million initiative aimed at enhancing safety for Vulnerable Road Users (VRU) across the Philadelphia region. This project, commencing next week, targets the reduction of serious injuries and fatalities among non-motorized roadway users, such as pedestrians and bicyclists, through an array of strategic safety improvements.
The endeavor encompasses the installation of reflective centerline and shoulder line striping, retroreflective advisory signage, speed cushions, delineator posts, and rectangular rapid flash beacons (RRFB). Moreover, PennDOT will deploy traffic calming strategies tailored to the specific context of urban roadways, focusing primarily on managing vehicular speed to safeguard non-motorized users.
Construction will begin with a northbound lane closure on U.S. 202 (Dekalb Street) between Roberts Street and Wood Street in Norristown, Montgomery County, scheduled from Monday, September 23, through Wednesday, September 25, between 9:00 AM and 3:00 PM. Motorists should anticipate potential delays and plan accordingly, as traffic backups are expected during the construction hours. All activities are contingent upon favorable weather conditions.
Kuharchik Construction, Inc., based in Exeter, Pennsylvania, has been appointed as the general contractor for this federally funded project, which is slated for completion in early 2026. As the region prepares for these vital safety enhancements, the public is encouraged to stay informed on traffic updates and project progress by visiting the MyChesCo Traffic Center for the latest information.
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