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March 15, 2024 Travel Advisory

PA Turnpike to Close Overnight March 17 between Wyoming Valley and Pocono Interchanges


PA Turnpike to Close Overnight March 17 between Wyoming Valley and Pocono Interchanges

Closure needed for overhead bridge beam removal in Luzerne County.

The Pennsylvania Turnpike Commission advises motorists that the Northeast Extension (I-476) will be closed in both directions on Sunday, March 17 from 12:01 a.m. to 5:00 a.m. between the Pocono Interchange, Exit 95, Carbon County, and the Wyoming Valley Interchange, Exit 115, Luzerne County.

The closure is necessary for the protection of motorists and workers so crews can safely remove overhead bridge beams. The bridge, which carries Laurel Run Road over the Turnpike, is at milepost A105.11 in Bear Creek Township, Luzerne County.

During the closure, motorists will be able to enter the Wilkes Barre Interchange, Exit 105, and travel northbound. 

Northbound Detour

Follow Interstate 80 west for 16.8 miles to Interstate 81 north for 23.6 miles to PA 315 north for 0.3 miles. Re-enter the PA Turnpike at the Wyoming Valley Interchange, Exit 115.

Southbound Detour

Follow PA 315 South for 1.4 miles to I-81 south for 23.7 miles to I-80 east for 16.8 miles. Re-enter the PA Turnpike at the Pocono Interchange, Exit 95.

Pennsylvania State Police and Turnpike personnel will be positioned at the impacted areas to assist drivers. Digital message signs will also provide information on closures and detours. Work schedules are subject to change based on weather conditions. Motorists are encouraged to plan travel accordingly.

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

ON THE TURNPIKE

  • 511PA Smartphone App: real-time, hands-free PA traffic advisories
  • Digital Message Signs: more than 200 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