Ramp Closures Scheduled for May 5-7 at Route 903 Interchange

Ramp Closures Scheduled for May 5-7 at Route 903 Interchange 

Northbound ramp closures needed for electronic toll equipment maintenance.

The Pennsylvania Turnpike Commission advises motorists traveling on the Northeastern Extension (I-476) in Carbon County that the northbound exit ramp at the State Route 903 Interchange, Exit 87, will be closed from 10 p.m. Friday, May 5, to 6 a.m. Saturday, May 6, to allow workers to safely perform tolling equipment maintenance.

During the ramp closure, motorists will not be able exit the Northeastern Extension at State Route 903 in the northbound direction.  Motorists should seek alternate routes by using the nearest available interchange on I-476 depending on your travel destination. 

Then from 10 p.m. Saturday, May 6, to 6 a.m. Sunday, May 7, the northbound entry ramp will be closed for tolling equipment maintenance. During this ramp closure, motorists will not be able to enter the Northeastern Extension at State Route 903 in the northbound direction. Motorists should seek alternate routes by using the nearest available interchange on I-476 depending on your travel destination. 

Changeable message signs will also provide information on these closures. Motorists are encouraged to plan travel accordingly. Work schedules are subject to change based on weather conditions.

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