SOUTHEASTERN PENNSYLVANIA — Motorists in Philadelphia and Montgomery counties should brace for congestion as PECO Energy embarks on utility construction projects that will lead to lane closures on two major state highways. The work, scheduled to improve infrastructure and ensure continued utility reliability, will inevitably bring temporary inconvenience in the form of traffic delays and backups.
Starting Monday, April 8, and continuing through Friday, May 3, travelers will encounter a weekday lane closure from 7:00 PM to 5:00 AM on Germantown Avenue, stretching between Route 611 (Broad Street) and Erie Avenue. This nighttime work is designed to minimize disruption during peak traffic hours, but drivers should still anticipate delays and plan their commutes accordingly.
Additionally, a separate project will affect westbound U.S. 30 (Lancaster Avenue) in Lower Merion Township. From Monday, April 8, through Friday, April 19, a lane will be closed from 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM on weekdays between Church Road and Argyle Road. This daytime work is likely to impact traffic flow significantly, given the high volume of vehicles typically traversing this route.
PECO Energy, responsible for ensuring the safety and reliability of electric and gas services in the area, is undertaking these projects under a PennDOT Highway Occupancy Permit. The utility company’s efforts to upgrade the infrastructure are essential for meeting the region’s current and future energy needs. However, the timing of the work means that drivers must prepare for slower-than-usual travel times through the affected areas.
Motorists are advised to allow extra time when traveling through or near these work zones, as backups and delays are expected. As the region gears up for these impending traffic disruptions, patience and cautious driving within the construction zones will be crucial for minimizing delays and ensuring the safety of both workers and commuters.
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