Bridge replacement on Ebenezer Road has been delayed, according to PennDOT officials
A detour expected to start Monday, April 15, for a Pennsylvania Department of Transportation bridge replacement project on Ebenezer Road (Route72) has been delayed, according to officials.
Officials on Friday did not give a reason about the postponement, only adding that a later date will be announced. The bridge spans Swatara Creek between Jonestown Road in Union Township and New Bunker Hill Road in Swatara Twp.
The project consists of replacing the existing structure, minor roadway reconstruction, guiderail improvements, and drainage improvements.
"When the bridge is closed, there will be multiple detours in place," officials said in a release. "A detour for cars and trucks will use Route 22 and Route 343."
A bicycle detour will use Jonestown Road, the Lebanon Valley Rail Trail and New Bunker Hill Road. A temporary signal will be placed at the intersection of Market Street and Lancaster Street in Jonestown Borough to assist with traffic flow through the intersection.
"Access will be maintained to all businesses and residences within the project limits, as well as all side roads, alleys, mailboxes and fire hydrants," Officials said.
Susquehanna Valley Construction Corporation of New Cumberland, PA, is the contractor on this $4,961,250 project. All work is still expected to be completed by November 20, 2024.
Motorists can check conditions on major roadways by visiting 511PA.com. The free 24-hour service provides residents with traffic delay warnings, weather forecasts and traffic speed information.
Matthew Toth is a reporter for the Lebanon Daily News. Reach him at mtoth@ldnews.com or on X at @DAMattToth.
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