UPPER CHICHESTER TWP, PA — Drivers along U.S. 322 (Conchester Highway) should prepare for long-term construction impacts as PennDOT begins a major bridge replacement and roadway improvement project on Monday, March 30.
At a Glance:
- Roads Affected: U.S. 322 (Conchester Highway), Bethel Road Interchange
- Dates: Beginning Monday, March 30; multi-year project (through approximately 2030)
- Times: Ongoing construction with future off-peak restrictions
- Reason: Bridge replacement, roadway widening, and interchange improvements
PennDOT officials said early work in 2026 will focus on relocating utilities, including water and sewer lines, fiber optics, and communication infrastructure. While no immediate traffic restrictions are planned during this initial phase, drivers should expect changing conditions in the work zone.
U.S. 322 will remain open with at least one lane of traffic in each direction throughout construction. However, additional lane restrictions and detours are expected during later stages, particularly beginning in 2027 when bridge demolition and reconstruction impact the westbound side over the CSX rail line…