PA Turnpike Ready for Busy Labor Day Weekend
PA Turnpike Ready for Busy Labor Day Weekend
Traffic projected to be at record high-levels as travelers hit the road for one last summer getaway.
MIDDLETOWN, PA — As Pennsylvanians get ready for Summer’s last hurrah, the Pennsylvania Turnpike (PA Turnpike) is ramping up efforts to support the estimated 2.9 million motorists travelling on the PA Turnpike system in getting to their destinations safely.
The projection for the five-day period between Thursday, Aug. 29 and Monday, Sep. 2 is slightly above last year’s total traffic levels (2.84 million) and on par with 2019’s record travel levels (2.89 million).
| Date | Total Cars/Trucks |
|---|---|
| Thursday, Aug. 29 | 670,000 |
| Friday, Aug. 30 | 720,000 |
| Saturday, Aug. 31 | 540,000 |
| Sunday, Sep. 1 | 480,000 |
| Monday, Sep. 2 | 480,000 |
| 5-DAY PROJECTION | 2,890,000 |
The PA Turnpike will have an increased number of GEICO Safety Patrol safety teams throughout the roadway that are there to respond to travelers in need of assistance. All roadway construction and maintenance projects will be suspended beginning Thursday, Aug. 29 at 3 p.m. until Monday, Sep. 2 at 11 p.m. to keep lanes open and minimize congestion.
While construction and maintenance projects are suspended, the PA Turnpike is reminding drivers to “Go Orange,” commit to safety, slow down, practice safe driving habits, pay attention in work zones and consider the vulnerability of highway workers who are supporting the holiday traffic. Pennsylvania State Police Troop T will also have increased patrols over the holiday weekend to respond to support roadway safety.
Whether you are going camping, visiting a tourist attraction, or headed to the beach, tips and tools that can help as you travel on the PA Turnpike can be found on our website by visiting Ramp up for Seasonal Travel | PA Turnpike.
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/X: @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.
A national transportation leader, the Pennsylvania Turnpike (PA Turnpike) is the second largest tolling facility in the United States with the most miles. The PA Turnpike proudly supports safety and convenience for its more than 550,000 daily customers through 24-7 roadside assistance, round-the-clock food and fuel at 17 service plazas and a dedicated maintenance force and State Police Troop. The PA Turnpike’s approximately 1,400-person local workforce is unified in its mission; to operate a safe, reliable, customer-valued toll road system that supports national mobility and commerce. For more information about the PA Turnpike’s mission, vision and values, please visit Home | PA Turnpike.
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