Construction, and the familiar chaos it brings, is hitting Philly's Richmond Street starting May 3, as New Jersey Transit rolls out its latest rail improvement projects. Be prepared to reroute your late-night weekend plans, as PennDOT warns of road closures affecting Richmond Street, between Lewis Street and Berkshire Street, that will likely lead to backups and gnarly delays.
According to PennDOT, the travel restrictions will squeeze into place starting from 10:00 p.m., Friday, May 3 to 6:00 a.m. the following morning., and again during the same overnight hours into Saturday. Motorists, you've got your detour cut out for you—via Lewis Street, Delaware Avenue, Orthodox Street, and back onto Richmond Street. Think ahead, and maybe leave some extra time to reach your destination.
Local residents won't be left high and dry, as access will be preserved right up to the construction zone, ensuring you can still reach your homes—albeit via a bit of a winding path. New Jersey Transit and PennDOT are asking everyone to stay sharp and patient while the improvements are hammered out.
