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    Route 1053 (Peartown Road) Stream Relocation Project

    Project Information

    County: Lancaster
    State Route: 1053-004
    Local Name: Peartown Road Stream Relocation Project
    Project Type: Stream Relocation/erosion repair
    Proposed Start: Spring 2027
    Proposed End: Fall 2027
    Last Updated: December 2024

    The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) invites the public to view the online plans display for the Route 1053 (Peartown Road) Stream Relocation Project located in West Cocalico Township, Lancaster County. Current conditions include an existing watercourse that extends along the northern roadway shoulder. During rain events, the stream frequently overtops its banks resulting in localized flooding and erosion. The purpose of the project is to provide a sustainable travelway by reducing roadway flooding and the reduction of more frequent repairs to correct roadway erosion.

    The project involves the relocation of the existing watercourse to the southern side of Route 1053. The existing drainage feature, a 48" pipe, will be replaced with a 48" pipe at the approximate same location. Additionally, a second 48" pipe crossing will be installed upstream to safely covey the peak stormwater flow. The roadway profile will be adjusted to provide sufficient cover over the new pipe and improve surface water runoff. The roadway will additionally involve a full-depth pavement removal and replacement. The road will be closed to all traffic during construction for approximately 3 months. The proposed 2.3-mile detour uses Route 1053 to Township Road T-365 (Mountain Top Road) Township Road T-376 (Golf Road) to Township Road T-993 (Laurel Ridge Road).

    The project is currently in design and construction work is expected to take place in the 2027 construction season.

    A digital version of the information will be available to view online from December 9, 2024, to January 9, 2025.

    Resources

    Contact Information

    Adam L. Wright, Project Manager
    adamwright@pa.gov

     

    Accessibility

    The project documents will be made available in alternative languages or formats if requested. If you need translation and/or interpretation services, have special needs or concerns that require individual attention, contact the PennDOT Project Manager.