PennDOT Begins Resurfacing Roads Across Philadelphia Region

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PennDOT is beginning a major road resurfacing project across Philadelphia and the surrounding suburbs, with work starting on Monday, April 6. The project will repair, resurface, and improve more than 240 miles of state highways in the five-county region. Drivers are advised to allow extra time as crews work on these areas, with various lane closures and traffic shifts scheduled over the next few weeks.

Why it matters

Potholes and deteriorating road conditions have long been an issue for drivers in the Philadelphia area. This resurfacing project aims to improve the safety and drivability of key state highways, though the work will also cause temporary traffic disruptions that commuters will need to plan for.

The details

The resurfacing work will take place on 20 state roads across Philadelphia and the surrounding counties of Montgomery, Bucks, Chester, and Delaware. Most of the work will involve lane closures, with some areas also seeing traffic shifts. The work is scheduled for various times, with many projects happening overnight or during off-peak hours to minimize disruptions. Some of the key locations include Broad Street in Philadelphia, Fort Washington Avenue in Montgomery County, State Road in Bucks County, and the ramps from U.S. 1 in Delaware County.

• Work begins on Monday, April 6 and will continue through late April.
• Most lane closures and traffic shifts will occur overnight or during off-peak hours, from 7 PM to 6 AM the following morning.
• Some daytime lane closures with flagging will also take place, typically from 8 AM to 4 PM.

What’s next

Drivers should check PennDOT's website and social media channels for the latest updates on road closures and detours as the resurfacing work progresses across the region.