PENNSBURY TWP, PA — Motorists, brace yourselves for a significant construction project set to commence on Monday, April 1. The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) has announced a $15.2 million initiative to replace the South Creek Road bridge that spans the East Penn Railroad and Brandywine Creek in Pennsbury Township, Chester County, and Chadds Ford Township, Delaware County.
The objective is to provide a safe and efficient crossing for the public by replacing the existing 99-year-old, 27-foot-wide structure with a new, slightly wider, two-lane, six-span pre-cast reinforced concrete arch bridge. The new bridge will feature an open steel railing with concrete pilasters at the piers, allowing scenic views for travelers. Additional enhancements include recessed panels, new signage, plaques, and delineators.
However, this improvement comes with a temporary inconvenience. Starting April 1 through fall 2025, South Creek Road will be closed 1200 feet south of Bullock Road and 1.1 miles north of Cossart Road. During this period, motorists are advised to use U.S. 1 (Baltimore Pike), Route 52 (Kennett Pike), Center Meeting Road, and Delaware State Route 100 (Montchanin Road). Bicyclists following Bike Route L will be redirected to use Bullock Road, Ring Road, Ridge Road, and the Delaware State roadway Smiths Bridge Road.
Local access will be maintained during the construction, but drivers should prepare for backups and delays near the work area and allow extra travel time. As with all construction activities, these plans are weather-dependent.
The South Creek Road bridge currently serves approximately 1,903 vehicles per day and is posted with a 12-ton weight restriction.
Philadelphia-based Haines & Kibblehouse, Inc. is the general contractor for this project which is funded entirely by federal dollars. While the construction process will undoubtedly cause some disruption, the end result will be a safer, more efficient crossing for all who travel this route.
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