Construction East of Valley Forge Interchange will continue to Impact Traffic Exiting at Toll Plaza

Ramp from I-76 eastbound to North Gulph Road will remain closed next week.

KING OF PRUSSIA, PA (05/12/2011)(readMedia)-- The Pennsylvania Turnpike Commission advises motorists traveling the Turnpike mainline (I-76/276) to stay alert for slow-moving or stopped traffic when exiting the system at the Valley Forge Interchange (Exit #326) until May 18, weather permitting.

Motorists traveling westbound on the Turnpike (I-276) may continue to experience lengthy delays and back-ups on the Turnpike mainline when exiting the ramps to the toll plaza (Exit #326) until sometime next week.

Part of the ongoing offsite improvements for the Villages at Valley Forge project, the ramp from I-76 eastbound to westbound North Gulph Road was closed and traffic detoured on May 1. Originally scheduled to re-open to traffic by May 14, the contractor on the project has now postponed the re-opening of the ramp to Wednesday, May 18.

Motorists exiting the toll plaza to travel westbound on North Gulph Road will continue to follow a PennDOT approved detour route:

* Take the next exit on I-76 EB – 422 WB/Swedesford Road/202 SB.

* Follow the signs for 422 WB/Swedesford Road and take the Swedesford Road exit.

* At the stoplight proceed straight onto Guthrie Road.

* The detour will end at the Guthrie/North Gulph Road intersection.

This detour is the final stage in the total reconstruction of the exit ramps between I-76 EB and North Gulph Road. The scheduled activities are weather dependent and may be postponed until the following day in the event of rain.

If the Turnpike's Highway Advisory Radio is activated, as indicated by yellow flashing lights, please tune to Radio 1640 AM for updates. Motorists can also get real-time Pa. Turnpike alerts by calling 866-976-8747 (TRIP). The toll-free, voice-activated TRIP line has frequent updates and provides targeted audio alerts for specific Turnpike sections.

The Pennsylvania Turnpike Commission is committed to distributing complete, accurate and consistent travel information and providing exceptional customer service. Visit the Turnpike website at www.paturnpike.com for project updates. Be in the know before you go and call 866.976.TRIP (866.976.8747).