Attention Philly drivers and night owls: PennDOT has announced that SEPTA will start roadwork on Ridge Avenue, from Main Street to Lincoln Drive, beginning Monday, July 29. Expect work from 8:00 PM to 4:00 AM daily until Friday, August 2. Plan for delays or find an alternative route.
Now, for the details: the roadwork will affect the eastbound lanes, so if you're heading that way at night, be prepared to slow down. With only one lane open, traffic will be tighter than a Center City parking spot. PennDOT is warning that backups and delays are expected, as is typical for such announcements.
Also, keep in mind that the schedule depends on the weather. If it rains, the work might get delayed. Philly weather can be unpredictable, but if conditions are good, SEPTA will be out there working with jackhammers and cones every night.
So, what’s the plan? PennDOT suggests adding extra time to your nighttime drives or choosing a different route. This work is aimed at improving the roads, making your future journeys smoother.
