Early Morning Closure Scheduled for Mahoning Valley Interchange
Early Morning Closure Scheduled for Mahoning Valley Interchange
Overnight work scheduled to minimize traffic delays for customers
Carbon County, Pa. — The Pennsylvania Turnpike Commission (PA Turnpike) advises motorists traveling on the Northeast Extension (Interstate 476) that the Mahoning Valley Interchange (Exit 74) will be closed in both directions from 12 a.m. until 5 a.m. on Wednesday, October 30, 2024. The closure is required so crews can safely install an overhead sign.
During the closure, drivers should go to the next exit and find an alternative route.
Pennsylvania State Police and PA Turnpike personnel will be positioned at the impacted areas to assist drivers. Changeable message signs will also provide information on this closure. Motorists are encouraged to plan travel accordingly. Work schedules are subject to change based on weather conditions.
To report an incident 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
Changeable Message Signs: more than 200 boards along the PA Turnpike
ON THE WEB
511/511pa.com: live, interactive map
X/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 Contacts:
Marissa Orbanek, Press Secretary: (267) 408-5151, morbanek@paturnpike.com
Crispin Havener, Assistant Press Secretary: (717) 870-2841, chavener@paturnpike.com