PennDOT - District 6 News: PennDOT Completes Glen Riddle Road Bridge Replacement Project in Middletown Township, Delaware County

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PennDOT Completes Glen Riddle Road Bridge Replacement Project in Middletown Township, Delaware County

​King of Prussia, PA – The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) announced today that the bridge carrying Glen Riddle Road over Chrome Run Creek has reopened this afternoon following the completion of a $1.2 million project to replace the 92-year-old structure in Middletown Township, Delaware County.

Work began in April 2024 to replace the bridge with wider lanes and shoulders to improve travel and safety for the estimated 4,415 motorists who use this bridge daily. Other improvements include new signing, pavement markings, drainage, and guiderail.

Richard E. Pierson Construction Co., Inc. of Woodstown, New Jersey, was the general contractor on the project, which was financed with 100 percent state funds.

Motorists can check conditions on major roadways including color-coded winter conditions, by visiting www.511PA.com. 511PA, which is free and available 24 hours a day, provides traffic delay warnings, weather forecasts, traffic speed information, and access to more than 1,000 traffic cameras. 511PA is also available through a smartphone application for iPhone and Android devices, by calling 5-1-1, or by following regional X alerts.

For a complete list of construction projects impacting state-owned highways in Bucks, Chester, Delaware, Montgomery, and Philadelphia counties, visit the District 6 Traffic Bulletin.

Subscribe to PennDOT news and traffic alerts in Bucks, Chester, Delaware, Montgomery, and Philadelphia counties at www.penndot.pa.gov/District6.

Information about infrastructure in District 6, including completed work and significant projects, is available at www.penndot.pa.gov/D6Results. Find PennDOT's planned and active construction projects at www.projects.penndot.gov.

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Contact: Krys Johnson, krysjohnso@pa.gov ​

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ReadyMontco - Upper Merion Twp Alert

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PECO will be replacing existing natural gas equipment. This includes installing a more durable underground pipe, which enhances safety and improves service reliability.

Work is expected to begin November 18, 2024, in the area Pleasant Valley Road from North Meadowbrook to Crossfield Road. Work will be performed on Monday through Friday from 7:00AM to 4:00PM.

The project is expected to be completed in December 2024.

This work will be performed by General Asphalt Paving Co of Philadelphia, a qualified PECO contractor. If you have any questions or to schedule an appointment, please contact Joe Meehan of General Asphalt Paving at 215-677-2626.

Most of the work will be performed outdoors, but to safely connect your property to the new natural gas main, PECO or a PECO contractor will need to turn off natural gas service and then enter your property to relight your appliances after the connection.

If you have any other questions about this work and/or would like to provide any supplemental information, please call PECO Work Inquiries (610) 832-6420 or email GasWorkInquiries@exeloncorp.com.

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PennDOT - District 6 News: PA Turnpike Bridge Construction to Close Newportville Road in Bristol, Bensalem Townships

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PA Turnpike Bridge Construction to Close Newportville Road in Bristol, Bensalem Townships

​King of Prussia, PA – The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) announced today that the Pennsylvania Turnpike Commission is planning bridge construction on Newportville Road in Bristol and Bensalem townships, Bucks County, beginning Tuesday, December 3.

Motorists are advised of the following travel restriction:

• Tuesday, December 3, through Friday, December 13, from 5:30 AM to 5:30 PM, Newportville Road will be closed and detoured weekdays between Zimmerman Lane and New Falls Road. During the closure, motorists will be directed to use Zimmerman Lane and New Falls Road. 
  

Local access will be maintained up to the work zone. Motorists are advised to allow extra time when traveling near the work area because backups and delays will occur. All scheduled activities are weather dependent. 

Motorists can check conditions on major roadways including color-coded winter conditions, by visiting www.511PA.com. 511PA, which is free and available 24 hours a day, provides traffic delay warnings, weather forecasts, traffic speed information, and access to more than 1,000 traffic cameras. 511PA is also available through a smartphone application for iPhone and Android devices, by calling 5-1-1, or by following regional X alerts.

For a complete list of construction projects impacting state-owned highways in Bucks, Chester, Delaware, Montgomery, and Philadelphia counties, visit the District 6 Traffic Bulletin.

Subscribe to PennDOT news and traffic alerts in Bucks, Chester, Delaware, Montgomery, and Philadelphia counties at www.penndot.pa.gov/District6.

Information about infrastructure in District 6, including completed work and significant projects, is available at www.penndot.pa.gov/D6Results. Find PennDOT's planned and active construction projects at www.projects.penndot.gov.

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MEDIA CONTACT: Krys Johnson, krysjohnso@pa.gov​

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PennDOT - District 6 News: PennDOT to Host Virtual Public Meeting for U.S. 30 (Lancaster Avenue) and Remington Road Intersection Improvement Project in Lower Merion Township

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PennDOT to Host Virtual Public Meeting for U.S. 30 (Lancaster Avenue) and Remington Road Intersection Improvement Project in Lower Merion Township

King of Prussia, PA – The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) invites the public to attend a live virtual public meeting on Tuesday, December 3, for the upcoming project to improve travel and safety through the U.S. 30 (Lancaster Avenue) and Remington Road Intersection in Lower Merion Township, Montgomery County.

This proposed project includes roadway widening to accommodate left turn lanes on U.S. 30 (Lancaster Avenue) at Remington Road and installing new traffic signal equipment and ADA-compliant curb ramps at the intersection.

As part of PennDOT's public outreach program, the department encourages the public to attend the live virtual public meeting on Tuesday, December 3, beginning at 7:00 PM, by clicking on this Microsoft Live Teams meeting link prior to the presentation start time.  The department's design team will deliver a project presentation before opening the meeting to questions using the platform's Q&A feature.

Please note that internet access or a computer or mobile device are required to view the virtual meeting. Anyone with special needs or requiring special aid is requested to contact PennDOT Project Manager Nathan Parrish.

For more information on the upcoming meetings, project resources and other project information, please visit the Lancaster Avenue and Remington Road Traffic Safety Project page.

For a complete list of construction projects impacting state-owned highways in Bucks, Chester, Delaware, Montgomery, and Philadelphia counties, visit the District 6 Traffic Bulletin.

Subscribe to PennDOT news and traffic alerts in Bucks, Chester, Delaware, Montgomery, and Philadelphia counties at www.penndot.pa.gov/District6.

Information about infrastructure in District 6, including completed work and significant projects, is available at www.penndot.pa.gov/D6Results. Find PennDOT's planned and active construction projects at www.projects.penndot.gov.

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MEDIA CONTACT: Brad Rudolph, bradrudolph@pa.gov

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PennDOT - District 6 News: PennDOT Honors Most Innovative Employees

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PennDOT Honors Most Innovative Employees

King of Prussia, PA – The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) recognized PennDOT employees with Innovation Awards for creating efficiencies and implementing best practices at a ceremony earlier this month. Four team members from PennDOT's District 6, which represents Philadelphia, Bucks, Chester, Delaware, and Montgomery counties were among the honorees.

"The PennDOT workforce is more than 11,000 strong, and these award winners represent some of the most dedicated among us," said PennDOT Secretary Mike Carroll. "I'm proud to see so many examples of that dedication and recognize those employees for their creativity in solving problems and working diligently for Pennsylvania travelers."

The annual Innovation Awards Ceremony recognizes some of the best and most innovative ideas cultivated and implemented by PennDOT employees across the Department. The ceremony honors employees who looked at the work they were doing, the processes, systems and tools they were using, and found ways to improve the quality, safety and value of the products and services PennDOT provides. Each employee receives a custom award that represents PennDOT's appreciation for their dedication and commitment to efficient and effective operations at all levels of the organization.

Carroll and other department executives honored winners David Adams, Traffic Operations Division Senior Manager, Frank DiJoseph, District Regional Traffic
Management Center Manager (Retired), Ashwin Patel, Assistant District Executive
for Operations, and Mike Valentin, District Regional Traffic Management Center Manager.

The team was recognized for implementing the Interstate 76 Variable Speed Limit (VSL) and Queue Warning (QW) system, as part of a strategy to improve safety and traffic conditions. The system includes a network of 72 VSL signs and nine Changeable Message Signs (CMS) along a 14-mile section on I-76 between the Pennsylvania Turnpike and U.S. 1 (Roosevelt Expressway) interchanges.

The speed limits and QW messages use real-time traffic conditions to populate software algorithms that dynamically start to reduce speed limits one mile ahead of stopped or slowed traffic. Since implementation, the VSL and QW system have impacted driver awareness and behavior along the corridor, resulting in reduced travel times at this location as well as a significant decrease in crashes.

"I am incredibly proud of this team," said District 6 Executive Din Abazi. "PennDOT continues to advance its commitment to provide the best transportation network for the traveling public through investing in technology and innovations such as the Variable Speed Limit and Queue Warning system."
 
Subscribe to PennDOT news and traffic alerts in Bucks, Chester, Delaware, Montgomery, and Philadelphia counties at www.penndot.pa.gov/District6.

Information about infrastructure in District 6, including completed work and significant projects, is available at www.penndot.pa.gov/D6Results. Find PennDOT's planned and active construction projects at www.projects.penndot.gov.

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MEDIA CONTACT: Robyn Briggs, robbriggs@pa.gov

 
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PennDOT - District 6 News: Bridge Deck Repair Continues on Strickersville Road in Elk, Franklin Townships

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Bridge Deck Repair Continues on Strickersville Road in Elk, Franklin Townships

King of Prussia, PA – The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) announced today that bridge deck repair continues on the bridge carrying Strickersville Road over Big Elk Creek in Elk and Franklin townships, Chester County.

Motorists are advised of the following travel restriction: 

• Monday, November 18, through Friday, January 10, 2025,  Strickersville Road will be closed 24/7 between Route 841 (Chesterville Road) and Mount Olive Road. During the closure, motorists are directed to use Route 841 (Chesterville Road), Route 896 (New London Road), and Appleton Road.

Local access will be maintained. Drivers are advised to allow extra time when traveling near the work area because backups and delays will occur. All scheduled activities are weather dependent.  

Built in 1938, the Strickersville bridge over Big Elk Creek carries approximately 725 vehicles, daily.

Motorists can check conditions on major roadways including color-coded winter conditions, by visiting www.511PA.com. 511PA, which is free and available 24 hours a day, provides traffic delay warnings, weather forecasts, traffic speed information, and access to more than 1,000 traffic cameras. 511PA is also available through a smartphone application for iPhone and Android devices, by calling 5-1-1, or by following regional X alerts.

For a complete list of construction projects impacting state-owned highways in Bucks, Chester, Delaware, Montgomery, and Philadelphia counties, visit the District 6 Traffic Bulletin.

Subscribe to PennDOT news and traffic alerts in Bucks, Chester, Delaware, Montgomery, and Philadelphia counties at www.penndot.pa.gov/District6.

Information about infrastructure in District 6, including completed work and significant projects, is available at www.penndot.pa.gov/D6Results. Find PennDOT's planned and active construction projects at www.projects.penndot.gov.

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MEDIA CONTACT: Robyn Briggs, robbriggs@pa.gov

 
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ReadyMontco - Whitpain Alert

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The Montgomery County Board of Commissioners has approved a resolution enacting a 30-day countywide ban on open fires, effective yesterday Saturday, November 16, 2024 at 12:00 pm.

Open fires are defined as the ignition and subsequent burning of any combustible material (garbage, leaves, grass, twigs, litter, paper, vegetative matter involved with land clearing, or any sort of debris) outdoors in either a burn barrel (screened or unscreened), fire ring, or on the ground.

The use of propane or gas stoves, charcoal briquette grills, or the use of tobacco in any form is still permitted. Other exemptions are provided for normal agricultural operations, agricultural related business operations, candle lighting, and other small, contained burning (matches, lighters, candles) used for religious reasons.

"Montgomery County has suffered an unprecedented lack of rainfall and drought-like conditions for the majority of the past three months," said Jason Wilson, Deputy Director for Emergency Management at the Montgomery County Department of Public Safety. "These abnormally dry conditions and persistent lack of rainfall pose a great public safety concern by way of brush, wildland, and forest fires. As of today, Montgomery County fire companies have responded to over 300 reported brush and vegetation fires since the beginning of September, which have destroyed many acres of both natural and developed land."

In accordance with Pennsylvania Act 1995-52, the Board of Commissioners is authorized to provide for the imposition of a temporary countywide burn ban on open fires. Similar restrictions on open burning are also effect in the neighboring counties of Berks, Bucks, Chester, Delaware, and Lehigh, as well as in more than 25 other counties across the Commonwealth.

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