Travel Advisory

    May 18, 2018

 

Pennsylvania Turnpike to Close Overnight May 20 – 21 between Wyoming Valley and Clarks Summit
Nighttime closure needed for roadway paving.

 

The Pennsylvania Turnpike Commission advises motorists that the Northeastern Extension (I-476) will be closed northbound from 11 p.m. on May 20 to 7 a.m. on May 21 between the Wyoming Valley Interchange, Exit 115, and the Clarks Summit Interchange, Exit 131, Lackawanna County.

The closure is necessary for the protection of motorists and workers, so crews can safely conduct roadwork.

Pennsylvania State Police and Turnpike personnel will be positioned at the impacted interchanges to assist drivers and provide detour information. Changeable message signs will also provide information on closures and detours. Motorists are encouraged to plan travel accordingly. Work schedules are subject to change based on weather conditions.

To report an accident or other emergencies on the PA Turnpike, dial *11 on your mobile phone. To learn more about PA Turnpike conditions or to contact us, use one of these resources:

ON THE PA TURNPIKE

  • Variable & Digital Message Signs — nearly 100 signs along the Turnpike
  • Highway Advisory Radio — 1640 AM (tune-in near interchanges)

BY PHONE

  • Turnpike Roadway Information Program (toll-free) — 866-976-TRIP (8747)
  • Customer Assistance Center (toll-free) — 800-331-3414 (weekdays, 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.)

ON THE WEB

 

 
CONTACT: Kathleen Walter
Phone: 610.313.6383