Pa. Turnpike Announces Traffic Stoppages between Warrendale and Butler Valley

NEW STANTON, PA (06/27/2011)(readMedia)-- Drivers using the Pennsylvania Turnpike between Warrendale (#30) and Butler Valley (#39) will encounter 20-minute stoppages starting at 10 p.m. June 29 through 5 a.m. June 30 for bridge work at milepost 30 and 33 in Allegheny County.

Intermittent stoppages of eastbound traffic are planned overnight on June 29-30 while crews set steel beams for a new bridge at milepost 32 which carries Turnpike traffic over Graham Road. This section of Graham road is currently closed with a detour for the duration of the project.

The eastbound express E-ZPass lanes will be closed for this seven-hour period.

When stoppages occur, both eastbound lanes will be stopped, but westbound traffic will not be affected. Work schedules are subject to change based on weather conditions and other circumstances. Delays are possible on I-79 approaching the Turnpike ramps.

Information on traffic conditions in this area can be obtained via the Turnpike Roadway Information Program (TRIP) by visiting www.paturnpike.com or calling 866-976-TRIP (866-976-8747). Customers can also receive customized text messages or email alerts by becoming a Preferred Traveler. Visit www.paturnpike.com to enroll. Information about individual projects, including the MP 31-38 total reconstruction, can also be found on the website - click on the "Construction" link, then click "Projects" to easily access project information, including advisories and detour routes.