Key Facts
- Traffic switch start time
- 10 p.m. Tuesday
- Bridge project
- I-80 Lehigh River Bridge Project
- Program
- PennDOT Major Bridges P3 Program
- Lead developers
- Shikun and Binui Ltd. and Macquarie Capital
- Construction consortium
- Bridging Pennsylvania Constructors (S&B USA Construction, FCC Construction)
- Traffic cameras on 511PA
- More than 1,000
Project Background
The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation, in coordination with Bridging Pennsylvania Developers I, is implementing a traffic switch on Interstate 80 eastbound as part of the I-80 Lehigh River Bridge Project.
The project is part of the ongoing PennDOT Major Bridges P3 Program. Bridging Pennsylvania Developers — I is led jointly by Shikun and Binui Ltd. and Macquarie Capital as lead project developers and equity members.
The Bridging Pennsylvania Constructors joint venture consortium includes S&B USA Construction and FCC Construction. S&B USA Construction is the construction arm of Shikun and Binui Ltd. and is also the parent company of Fay, S&B USA Construction, one of the four BPC Major Bridge subcontractors.
Upcoming Traffic Switch
Motorists are advised that the traffic shift is expected to begin at 10 p.m. on Tuesday. During the operation, Interstate 80 traffic will be moved from the current two lanes on the left side of the bridge to two lanes on the right side.
The new traffic pattern will allow crews to install the latex overlay on the new eastbound bridge while maintaining two lanes of traffic throughout the operation.
Motorists traveling through the area should expect changes in traffic patterns and are reminded to follow all posted signage and use caution while driving through the work zone.
| Entity | Role |
|---|---|
| PennDOT | Owner/Coordinator |
| Bridging Pennsylvania Developers I | Developer |
| Shikun and Binui Ltd. | Lead project developer and equity member |
| Macquarie Capital | Lead project developer and equity member |
| Bridging Pennsylvania Constructors | Joint venture consortium |
| S&B USA Construction | Design and construction |
| FCC Construction | Design and construction |
| Fay, S&B USA Construction | Major Bridge subcontractor |
| H&K Group | Major Bridge subcontractor |
| Kokosing Construction Co. | Major Bridge subcontractor |
| Wagman Heavy Civil | Major Bridge subcontractor |
| Michael Baker International | Lead designer |
Impact on Motorists
Drivers on I-80 eastbound will experience a lane shift from the left side to the right side of the bridge, which may require increased attention to signage and reduced speeds in the work zone.
The traffic switch is designed to keep two lanes open at all times, minimizing disruption, but motorists should anticipate temporary changes in traffic patterns and possible delays.
For real-time conditions, motorists can check www.511PA.com, which provides traffic delay warnings, weather forecasts, traffic speed information, and access to more than 1,000 traffic cameras.
Future Outlook
Scenario analysis: The possibilities below are not certain predictions.
If the traffic switch proceeds as scheduled, crews will begin installing the latex overlay on the new eastbound bridge, which could continue for several weeks depending on weather and material availability.
Should the overlay installation be completed on schedule, the project may move to subsequent phases, potentially affecting traffic patterns again. However, no specific timeline has been provided.
Motorists are advised to stay informed through PennDOT's resources, including www.penndot.pa.gov/D5Results and www.projects.penndot.gov, for updates on completed work and active projects.
Source: tnonline.com
