Project Status
Step 2 of 4
Design
Next Step: Construction
Project Overview
County: Susquehanna
Municipality: Gibson Township
State Route: Route 2046, Section 570
Local Name: Fiddle Lake Road over Tunkhannock Creek
Project Type: Structure Rehabilitation
Proposed Construction Start: Spring 2025
Proposed Construction End: Fall 2025
Last Updated: 2024
The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) invites the public to virtual and public plans displays regarding the Route 2046 (Fiddle Lake Rd), Section 570 Structure Rehabilitation Project over Tunkhannock Creek. The purpose of the project is to maintain a sustainable crossing over Tunkhannock Creek that provides a two-lane bridge, addresses structural and hydraulic deficiencies of the existing structure, and provides continued access to local residents, businesses, and emergency services.
The project consists of the replacement of the existing near right wingwall. Additional proposed work includes a new bridge deck overlay, approach pavement replacement, rock scour protection and guide rail updates. The permanent approach roadway work will include tie-ins with the existing roadway and Route 92 intersection. Stream restoration work will be completed upstream and downstream of the structure to address streambed stability and sediment transport issues. Additionally, guiderail upgrades, drainage improvements, and slope protection within the project limits will be incorporated into the project.
It is anticipated that construction will begin in the spring/summer of 2025 and will be complete by the fall of 2025.
Traffic Control
A one-time detour will be required to perform the proposed work. Route 2046 traffic will be detoured using all state roads. For Route 2046, the 7-mile detour will include Route 92, Route 1001, and Route 1002. It is anticipated that the detour will be in place for approximately 4 months during construction.
From points east of the bridge, the vehicle detour will follow Route 92, Route 1001, and Route 1002 resulting in a 7-mile vehicle detour.
From points west of the bridge, the vehicle detour will follow Route 1002, Route 1001, and Route 92 resulting in a 7-mile vehicle detour.
Past Public Outreach
Public Meeting
Public Plans Display was held:
Date: Wednesday, August 21, 2024
Time: 6:00 PM
Location: Gibson Township Building
11452 PA-92
South Gibson, PA 18842
Public Comment Period
The public comment period, where the community was encouraged to respond with questions and concerns, was active from July 31, 2024 through September 21, 2024.
Virtual Plans Display
The virtual plans display is available online to view, but the comment period closed on September 21, 2024.
Contact Information
Carmen DiPietro Jr. P.E.
Project Contact
570.963.4057
cadiepietro@pa.gov
Jessica Ruddy
Press Officer
(570) 963-4044
jeruddy@pa.gov
Accessibility
The project documents can be made available in alternative languages or formats if requested. If you need translation or interpretation services, have special needs, or have concerns that require individual attention, please contact the Project Manager listed above.
Title VI
Pursuant to the Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, PennDOT does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, gender, age, or disability. If you feel that you have been denied the benefits of, or participation in a PennDOT program or activity, you may contact the PennDOT, Bureau of Equal Opportunity, DBE/Title VI Division at 717-787-5891.