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    District 5 Projects - Schuylkill County

    Route 209 Bridge over Mine Hollow Run in New Philadelphia Borough

    Project Status

    Step 1:
    Development

    Step 2:
    Design

    Step 3:
    Construction

    Step 4:
    Completed

    Project Overview

    The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) announces a Plans Display and Project Presentation for the Route 209/North Valley Street Bridge Replacement project in New Philadelphia Borough, Schuylkill County. The project involves the replacement of the bridge carrying Route 209 over Mine Hollow Run. 

    The substructure consists of reinforced concrete abutments with integral wingwalls. The superstructure exhibits heavy spalling with exposed reinforcement and severe section loss. Both abutments exhibit deep spalling and cracking. The existing structure has deteriorated to a level where the bridge needs to be replaced. 

    The 10 feet long, 35.5 feet wide Route 209 bridge was constructed in 1938, widened in 1949 and has an average daily traffic volume of 4,288 vehicles.

    The proposed replacement structure is a 40 feet long, 16 feet wide precast concrete box culvert with wingwalls. The structure approach roadway will be reconstructed as required including installation of guiderail. In general, the project is anticipated to maintain the existing roadway and stream alignment. During construction the plan is to maintain traffic by constructing the culvert in stages. 

    The project is anticipated to be constructed in 2027. All schedules are subject to change.

    The project is currently in design, and you have the opportunity to review the information and provide comments. The virtual plans display will be available to view online from November 19​ to December 19, 2024.​

    The purpose of the plans display is to introduce the project and receive public input regarding any questions or concerns with the project. 

    Contact Information

    Laura Montgomery
    Consultant Project Manager
    717-461-7908
    c-lmontgom@pa.gov

    Ronald J. Young, Jr., M.P.A.
    Press Officer
    610-871-4555
    ronyoung@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 PennDOT 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.