Overnight Closure Scheduled Between Irwin and Pittsburgh Interchanges This Weekend
Overnight Closure Scheduled Between Irwin and Pittsburgh Interchanges This Weekend
Six-hour closure planned for maintenance work in the corridor.
WESTMORELAND COUNTY, PA —The Pennsylvania Turnpike Commission is advising motorists of an upcoming overnight closure of the PA Turnpike (Interstate 76).
On Sunday, April 14 from 12:00 a.m. until 6:00 a.m., weather permitting, the westbound side of the Turnpike will be closed between the Irwin interchange (Exit 67) and the Pittsburgh interchange (Exit 57) in Westmoreland County.
The six-hour closure is needed to allow Turnpike crews to perform maintenance work in the corridor, including drain cleaning, roadway sealing and sweeping.
Traffic will be directed off the Turnpike at Irwin and drivers can use the following suggested detour to get back on the Turnpike.
- U.S. Route 30 East for 4.6 miles
- PA Toll 66 North for 7 miles
- U.S. Route 22 West 10.5 miles
- Re-enter the PA Turnpike at Pittsburgh Interchange #57
Motorists are encouraged to plan travel accordingly. Pennsylvania State Police and Turnpike personnel will be positioned at the Irwin Interchange to assist drivers. Changeable message signs will also provide details on closures and detours.
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: Crispin Havener, 717.870.2841