Possible Delays Expected on PA Turnpike Aug. 15 to 16

Possible Delays Expected on PA Turnpike Aug. 15 to 16

Nighttime traffic paces planned on I-76 in Lancaster County.

The Pennsylvania Turnpike Commission advises motorists traveling eastbound and westbound at night on Interstate 76 (I-76) to be prepared for slow-moving and stopped traffic from Tuesday, Aug. 15 through Wednesday, Aug. 16. 

From 11:59 p.m. on Tuesday, Aug. 15 until 4:00 a.m. on Wednesday, Aug. 16, motorists traveling eastbound and westbound on I-76 approaching milepost 290.80 in Lancaster County should be prepared for slow-moving and stopped traffic.   The intermittent, 30-minute traffic stoppages are necessary for the protection of motorists and workers so crews can safely erect toll gantries.

During the stoppages, Turnpike maintenance and state police vehicles will restrict Turnpike traffic to a speed of 15-20 miles an hour.

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

To report an accident or other emergency on the PA Turnpike, dial *11 via mobile phone. To learn more about PA Turnpike conditions or to contact us, use one of these resources:

ON THE TURNPIKE

• 511PA Smartphone App: real-time, hands-free PA traffic advisories
• Digital Message Signs: more than 100 boards along the Turnpike

ON THE WEB

• 511/511pa.com: live, interactive map
• Twitter: @PATurnpikeAlert

BY PHONE

• 511: dial from any PA roadway for local travel information
• Pennsylvania Turnpike Customer Assistance Center: 877-736-6727, Monday through Friday, 7 a.m. to 5 p.m.

 

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Media Contact: Kathleen Walter, 267.326.3856