PECO Energy will begin utility construction on Castor Avenue in Philadelphia starting Monday, July 14, according to the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT). The work will lead to a weekday closure of Castor Avenue between Richmond Street and Balfour Street from 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM until Friday, September 26.
During this period, motorists are advised to use Delaware Avenue, Lewis Street, and Richmond Street as alternative routes. Local access will be maintained throughout the construction. Drivers should plan for extra travel time due to expected delays and backups. The project is weather dependent and will be completed under a PennDOT Highway Occupancy Permit.
Motorists can monitor road conditions by visiting www.511PA.com, which offers traffic delay warnings, weather forecasts, traffic speed information, and access to over 1,000 traffic cameras. This service is available 24/7 online or through a smartphone app for iPhone and Android devices. Users can also call 5-1-1 or follow regional X alerts for updates.
For more information on state-owned highway construction projects in Bucks, Chester, Delaware, Montgomery, and Philadelphia counties, visit the District 6 Traffic Bulletin or subscribe to PennDOT news at www.penndot.pa.gov/District6. Details about infrastructure in District 6 can be found at www.penndot.pa.gov/D6Results. Information on planned and active PennDOT projects is available at www.projects.penndot.gov. Updates are also shared on X, Facebook, and Instagram.
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