Traffic Advisory: Utility Work between the Newtown Bypass (PA Route 332) and
Lincoln Avenue this week; between Lincoln Avenue and Barclay Street the
following week
In the coming weeks, residents and motorists should expect utility work in the cartway
on S. State Street between the Newtown Bypass (PA Route 332) and Lincoln Avenue,
then between Lincoln Avenue and Barclay Street. Restrictions on travel in the
northbound lane are expected.
What: A contractor for Lightpath will perform utility work under a permit issued by the
Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT). This is not a Borough project.
The Borough is sharing this notice so that people traveling through the area can plan
ahead.
Where: Work will take place on S. State Street, between the Newtown Bypass (PA
Route 332) and Barclay Street.
When: Work is expected to begin the week of October 19 and the week of October 26.
The work is expected to take approximately 1-2 weeks, weather permitting.
What to expect: A lane closure will be in place while crews are working. Flaggers will
be on site to direct traffic. Please slow down, follow the flaggers’ directions, and allow
extra travel time.