Get ready for some potential traffic headaches if your daily commute takes you through Chadds Ford and Concord Townships on U.S. 202. PennDOT is gearing up to replace stormwater facilities along a bustling stretch of Wilmington Pike, and you'll want to plan ahead.
The headache begins on Monday, April 29 as lane closures come into effect southbound on U.S. 202. Between the bustle of US 1 (Baltimore Pike) and Hillman Drive, from 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM through Friday, May 3, you are gonna want to give yourself some extra time. Delays are a given, so patience will be as valuable as a clear road.
Digging deeper into the pockets for this overhaul, the cost is lodged at a striking $14.9 million, aimed at enhancing stormwater management within the greater Philadelphia area. This is not just a local affair but part of a larger intention to improve more than 90 state highways spanning across five counties.
Plunging into this project is Highway Materials, Inc, based out of Flourtown, Montgomery County. They've got the green light as the primary contractor, and not a penny of federal money will be funding this job; it's being covered with 100 percent state funds, according to a PennDOT announcement. So while the inconvenience may be temporary, the benefits of well-managed stormwater systems are a permanent fixture, intended to keep our commutes safe and dry for years to come.
For those of us braving the roadwork, remember this friendly reminder: leave early, drive safely, and keep the radio tuned for updates. The squeeze through the construction zone might slow down your roll, but with some forethought and a heavy dose of patience, you'll navigate this latest bump in the road just fine.
