Proposed project site highlighted. Image courtesy of PennDOT.
PennDOT is asking the public for input on an upcoming multimodal-focused project.
Planned construction on the Lemoyne bottleneck, a section of the road just off the Market Street Bridge, will be up for discussion at a PennDOT open house on Monday, Jan. 29.
The project will expand on the state’s project to rehab the Market Street Bridge, bringing safety improvements to the Market Street corridor, between the bridge and S. 3rd Street.
According to PennDOT, the project is aimed at enhancing mobility and safety for pedestrians, cyclists and motorists in a high traffic volume area.
PennDOT identified issues in the corridor such as a curved roadway alignment, limited sight distance, inconsistent or nonexistent shoulder widths and narrow sidewalks in poor condition.
Engineers are currently weighing three plans to address these issues.
PennDOT has included in the proposals road reconfigurations and potentially reducing eastbound lanes. Engineers are also considering widening the road in certain areas to provide for larger shoulders and increased sight distance. The project may also include pavement resurfacing, new curbing, ramps and sidewalks, modifying crosswalks, upgrading traffic signals and lighting, and relocating fixed objects or improving protection to mitigate crashes.
Construction would take place on a .4-mile stretch of the roadway.
The open house will take place from 5 to 8 p.m. at the Lemoyne Municipal Building, 510 Herman Ave., Lemoyne. Project engineers will present their proposals, accept input from community members and answer questions.
Additionally, the public can view the plans and comment on the project on PennDOT’s website from Jan. 24 through Feb. 29.
PennDOT anticipates beginning work during the 2026 construction season, following the approval process.
The project documents can be made available in alternative languages or formats by contacting Mark Malhenzie, project manager, at 717-787-5080, or by email at mmalhenzie@pa.gov.
For more information, visit PennDOT’s website.
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