Pennsylvania

[Flyer78]

(mentions variable speed limit signs on I-80 and I-81)

Interesting the linked map and count don't seem to include the existing I-76 VSLs in Montgomery County.

[74/171FAN]

(mentions variable speed limit signs on I-80 and I-81)

Interesting the linked map and count don't seem to include the existing I-76 VSLs in Montgomery County.

I guess that is because the I-76 VSLs are intended to be more about traffic congestion than winter weather.

[MASTERNC]

(mentions variable speed limit signs on I-80 and I-81)

Interesting the linked map and count don't seem to include the existing I-76 VSLs in Montgomery County.

I guess that is because the I-76 VSLs are intended to be more about traffic congestion than winter weather.

Agree with that comment, though it would be nice to have all the VSLs and message signs shown on the 511 page.

Also wish the Turnpike would consider VSLs in the mountains over the winter, and PennDOT would do the same up in the lake-effect snow belt.

[Flyer78]

Sure, in the context of winter use then I guess the "statewide" map makes sense; but seems like the congestion speed limit signs could potentially be used for the same reason. Hey, if the drivers on 76 actually slowed down for inclement weather, the speeds should adjust for the slower detected traffic... (It... could happen, right?)

Agreed, I would also like to see the statewide VMS on 511. Seems new (additional) signs are going up in the Philly area (again, not just replacements)... messes up the ID plates, that have a sequence as part of the ID.

[74/171FAN]

PennDOT - District 10 News: PennDOT/BPD-I Set to begin I-80 Canoe Creek Bridge Reconstruction Early November in Clarion County

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(For US 322)  PennDOT - District 6 News: PennDOT to Host Virtual Public Meeting for U.S. 322 Reconstruction, Widening Project in Upper Chichester Township

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PennDOT - District 4 News: PennDOT/BPC Enters Second Phase of I-81 Susquehanna Bridge Project

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(For I-90)  PennDOT - District 1 News: Interstate 90 Eastbound Rest Area to be Closed for Renovations

[seicer]

Nice. It looks to be more of a rebuild than a renovation.

"As needed, travelers can use the rest stop facilities on Interstate 79 northbound and southbound just across the Erie County line in Crawford County. The I-90 rest stop for westbound traffic near the New York border remains open."

That's not close at all. There are much closer gas stations that offer decent restrooms.

[MASTERNC]

Nice. It looks to be more of a rebuild than a renovation.

"As needed, travelers can use the rest stop facilities on Interstate 79 northbound and southbound just across the Erie County line in Crawford County. The I-90 rest stop for westbound traffic near the New York border remains open."

That's not close at all. There are much closer gas stations that offer decent restrooms.

Including two truck stops in the Erie area (and another just across the NY line before the Thruway begins).

[Alps]

Nice. It looks to be more of a rebuild than a renovation.

"As needed, travelers can use the rest stop facilities on Interstate 79 northbound and southbound just across the Erie County line in Crawford County. The I-90 rest stop for westbound traffic near the New York border remains open."

That's not close at all. There are much closer gas stations that offer decent restrooms.

but those aren't PennD'oh!

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(For I-84, I-380, and PA 435)  PennDOT - District 4 News: PennDOT Plans Closure of Route 435 Southbound in Dunmore, Lackawanna County

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(For US 202)  PennDOT - District 6 News: PennDOT Announces Completion of Major Construction on U.S. 202 Widening Project in Montgomery County

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(For PA 424)  PennDOT - District 4 News: Shapiro Administration Opens Route 424 (Chamber of Commerce Beltway) a Year Ahead of Schedule

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PennDOT - District 8 News: Weekend Closure Planned Dec. 15-18 on SB I-83 John Harris Memorial (South) Bridge Over Susquehanna River Between Dauphin and Cumberland Counties

[MASTERNC]

So PA made permanent the existing work zone speed cameras but also moved the signage to before the work zone (so there may not be warning right before the vehicle) but it sounds like there may be more signs placed in the work zone (including a Photo Enforced speed limit sign). They also did a one-time reset of violation counts and prevented someone from accruing multiple violations before receiving the first one (15-day grace period from mailing date).

They also extended the Roosevelt Blvd speed cameras and allowed five more corridors for cameras plus five school zones as a pilot.

[Crown Victoria]

PA's gax tax will decrease, dropping back to 57.6 cents per gallon from 61.1 cents per gallon, for 2024...

https://www.pennlive.com/politics/2023/12/pa-motorists-will-see-savings-at-the-pump-as-state-gas-tax-falls.html

*The file photo used for the article is clearly not from PA... 85 octane gas!

[MASTERNC]

Looks like PennDOT may have green lighted dual right turn flashing yellow arrows. Wasn't going that direction but saw two four lens signal heads on the new signal for I-295 West and PA 332 in Yardley.

[74/171FAN]

Looks like PennDOT may have green lighted dual right turn flashing yellow arrows. Wasn't going that direction but saw two four lens signal heads on the new signal for I-295 West and PA 532 in Yardley.

I think you mean PA 332.

[MASTERNC]

Looks like PennDOT may have green lighted dual right turn flashing yellow arrows. Wasn't going that direction but saw two four lens signal heads on the new signal for I-295 West and PA 532 in Yardley.

I think you mean PA 332.

Yep. Too many routes around there

[74/171FAN]

(For PA 41 and PA 926)  PennDOT - District 6 News: PennDOT to Begin Route 41 (Gap Newport Pike), Route 926 (Street Road), Roundabout Safety Improvement Project in Londonderry Township, Chester County

Map of planned roundabout is here:  https://pa41.com/project-information/pa-41-at-route-926-intersection/ 

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(For I-80)   PennDOT - District 4 News: PennDOT/BPC to Prepare for I-80 Nescopeck Creek Bridges Construction – Spring 2024

[Mr. Matté]

(For I-80)   PennDOT - District 4 News: PennDOT/BPC to Prepare for I-80 Nescopeck Creek Bridges Construction – Spring 2024

In August 2022, PennDOT chose to move the I-80 Nescopeck Creek Bridges project forward under the Major Bridge P3 (MBP3) program, without tolling.

Bet they're still bitter about that

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(For US 202 BUS, PA 309, and PA 463)  PennDOT - District 6 News: PennDOT to Begin Construction on Five-Points Intersection Improvement Project in Montgomery Township

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(For US 202 and PA 491)  PennDOT - District 6 News: PennDOT Completes U.S. 202, Route 491 (Naamans Creek Road)/Beaver Valley Road Intersection Improvement Project in Concord Township 

Photos from 11/18/2023 taking US 202 SB to PA 491 EB (https://www.facebook.com/photo/?fbid=10219681079858029&set=pcb.10219681206501195)