The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) has announced several roadwork projects scheduled to take place across Berks County in the coming week. Motorists are advised to be aware of potential delays and exercise caution when traveling through these work zones.
Interstate 78 Nighttime Construction Construction will occur on Interstate 78 between Exit 29 (PA 61) and Exit 30 (Hamburg). Lane restrictions will be in place in both directions during nighttime hours from 7:00 p.m. to 6:00 a.m. The work is scheduled to begin on February 26, 2025, and is expected to be completed by February 27, 2025. PennDOT has confirmed that rain will not cause any delays to this project.
Windsor Castle Road Daytime Lane Restrictions In Windsor and Perry Townships, roadwork on Windsor Castle Road between Virginville Road and Leiby Road will result in daytime lane restrictions with flagging. The work will take place from February 24 to February 28, 2025, between 7:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m. each day. Motorists are advised to expect delays and use caution when driving through the work zone. The work is weather-dependent, and rain may cause delays.
Summer Mountain Road Brush Cutting Brush cutting operations will take place on Summer Mountain Road between PA 183 and PA 419 in Tulpehocken and Jefferson Townships. Lane restrictions with flagging will be in effect during daytime hours from 7:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. from February 24 to February 28, 2025. Drivers should expect delays and proceed with caution in the work zone. Rain may cause delays in the scheduled work.
Interstate 78 Brush Cutting in Tilden and Windsor Townships Brush cutting on Interstate 78 between Exit 30 (Hamburg) and Exit 35 (PA 143) will occur in Tilden and Windsor Townships. There will be no restrictions on the westbound lanes, but motorists are advised to expect delays and exercise caution. The work will take place from February 24 to February 28, 2025, between 7:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m., and rain may affect the schedule.
US 422 Brush Cutting in Heidelberg Township PennDOT maintenance forces will perform brush cutting along US 422 between the Lebanon County Line and Bernville Road in Heidelberg Township. While no lane restrictions will be in place, delays are expected, and drivers are encouraged to proceed with caution. The work is scheduled from February 24 to February 28, 2025, during daytime hours from 7:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m., and may be delayed by rain.
PennDOT reminds motorists to remain alert, reduce speeds in work zones, and be aware of changing traffic patterns. For more information on these projects or other roadwork in the area, contact PennDOT’s District 5 office or visit PennDOT’s website.
