SWARTHMORE, PA — Travel through Swarthmore Borough in Delaware County is poised for a slowdown next week as the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) embarks on a lane separator curb installation project on Route 320 (Cedar Lane). This initiative, part of a broader $7.5 million safety enhancement effort, aims to improve travel and curtail high-speed crashes throughout the five-county Philadelphia region.
From Monday, April 1, through Friday, April 5, drivers should anticipate periodic weekday lane closures along Route 320, between Swarthmore Avenue and Magill Road. The work is scheduled from 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM, a window that aligns with many residents’ daily commutes, suggesting significant impacts on traffic flow during these hours.
PennDOT has issued a warning to motorists: expect backups and delays as you navigate this stretch of Cedar Lane. The introduction of lane separator curbs is a crucial step towards enhancing roadway safety, but the construction process will inevitably lead to temporary inconveniences.
Kuharchik Construction, Inc., based in Exeter, has been tasked as the general contractor for this federally funded project. As with all outdoor construction activities, the timeline for completion is subject to the whims of weather, with any adverse conditions potentially leading to schedule adjustments.
As the community looks forward to the long-term benefits of these safety enhancements, PennDOT urges drivers to plan their routes carefully next week. Allowing extra time for travel or considering alternative pathways may help mitigate the stress of slowed or halted traffic. Patience and caution are advised.
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