In Schuylkill County, several roadwork projects are on the horizon, which will temporarily affect traffic flow and introduce lane restrictions.
The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) has issued updates for the following projects:
Pothole Patching on PA 901 in Barry Township: Starting on October 11, 2023, and expected to conclude on October 13, 2023, PennDOT Maintenance Forces will be conducting pothole patching on PA 901, situated between I-81 and PA 54. These maintenance activities will necessitate daytime lane closures from 7:00 AM to 3:00 PM. Fortunately, rain is not anticipated to cause any delays during this period.
Guide Rail Repair on Interstate 81 South in Pine Grove Township: Commencing on October 11, 2023, and slated for completion by October 12, 2023, PennDOT has contracted work for guide rail repairs on Interstate 81 South, running from Exit 100 (PA 443) to Exit 90 (PA 72). Motorists should be prepared for daytime lane restrictions between 9:00 AM and 3:00 PM. However, it's essential to note that rain may lead to delays in this project.
Guide Rail Repair on Interstate 81 Between PA 61 and PA 424: Another guide rail repair project will be taking place on Interstate 81, spanning from Exit 124 (PA 61) to Exit 141 (PA 424). This project will also be in operation from October 11, 2023, to October 12, 2023, with lane restrictions in effect between 9:00 AM and 3:00 PM. Fortunately, rain is not expected to hinder progress in this area.
Pothole Patching on PA 901 in Barry Township: Starting on October 11, 2023, and expected to conclude on October 13, 2023, PennDOT Maintenance Forces will be conducting pothole patching on PA 901, situated between I-81 and PA 54. These maintenance activities will necessitate daytime lane closures from 7:00 AM to 3:00 PM. Fortunately, rain is not anticipated to cause any delays during this period.
Guide Rail Repair on Interstate 81 South in Pine Grove Township: Commencing on October 11, 2023, and slated for completion by October 12, 2023, PennDOT has contracted work for guide rail repairs on Interstate 81 South, running from Exit 100 (PA 443) to Exit 90 (PA 72). Motorists should be prepared for daytime lane restrictions between 9:00 AM and 3:00 PM. However, it's essential to note that rain may lead to delays in this project.
Guide Rail Repair on Interstate 81 Between PA 61 and PA 424: Another guide rail repair project will be taking place on Interstate 81, spanning from Exit 124 (PA 61) to Exit 141 (PA 424). This project will also be in operation from October 11, 2023, to October 12, 2023, with lane restrictions in effect between 9:00 AM and 3:00 PM. Fortunately, rain is not expected to hinder progress in this area.