Lane Closures in Bensalem & Lower Southampton This Week

Several state highways will be restricted in Lower Bucks county next week for  inspections, the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) announced Friday.

• Wednesday, September 1, and Thursday, September 2, from 9:00 Am to 3:00 PM, a lane closure is scheduled on Philmont Avenue between Sterner Mill Road and Brinkmann’s Way in Lower Southampton Township;
• Wednesday, September 1, and Thursday, September 2, from 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM, a lane closure is scheduled on Route 132 (Street Road) between Reading Avenue and Old Lincoln Highway in Bensalem Township; and
• Wednesday, September 1, and Thursday, September 2, from 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM, a lane closure is scheduled on Old Lincoln Highway between Concord Drive and Trailwood Drive in Bensalem Township.

Motorists are advised to allow extra time when traveling through the work areas because backups and slowdowns will occur. All scheduled activities are weather dependent.

The inspections are part of PennDOT’s program to inspect bridges and highways at least once every two years. The inspections ensure the safety and overall condition of the structures, said officials.