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    Route 4068 Bakerstown Road Sealcoat Operations Saturday, Sunday in Allegheny County

    August 28, 2026

    Pittsburgh, PA – The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) is announcing sealcoat operations on Bakerstown Road (Route 4068) in Pine and Richland townships, Allegheny County will occur Saturday and Sunday, August 29-30 weather permitting.  

    To accommodate sealcoat operations on Bakerstown Road between Route 8 and Babcock Boulevard, alternating single-lane mobile operations will occur according to the following schedule:

    Saturday

    • From 7:00 AM to approximately 7:00 PM

    Sunday

    • From 7:00 AM to approximately 7:00 PM

    These restrictions may be lifted earlier if work is completed sooner.

    Seal coating is a cost-effective way to extend the life of roadway surfaces on state-owned roads. This treatment helps seal small cracks, keeps water from penetrating the pavement, and restores traction, improving safety for drivers.

    The seal coat process involves applying a thin layer of oil followed by stone, which is compacted to form a protective surface. While the work moves quickly, drivers should expect short-term impacts during operations and shortly after application. Drivers may encounter:

    • Reduced speeds with pilot vehicles guiding traffic through work zones
    • Loose stone on the roadway immediately following application
    • Short-term lane restrictions and flagging operations

    PennDOT crews will return to sweep excess stone from the roadway, with priority given to curves, intersections, and hills for same-day cleanup. Additional sweeping will occur within 24 hours to further improve driving conditions.

    Weather conditions play a key role in seal coating operations, and schedules may shift to ensure proper application and effectiveness.

    Drivers are reminded to slow down, follow posted signage, and maintain a safe distance between vehicles when traveling through work zones. Driving at reduced speeds helps protect your vehicle and ensures the new surface sets properly.

    Just as homeowners seal their driveways to extend their lifespan, PennDOT’s seal coat program is a proactive investment in preserving Pennsylvania’s roadway infrastructure and reducing long-term maintenance costs.

    Please use caution if traveling through the area. Work zone safety is everyone’s responsibility.

    Travelers can check conditions on major roads by visiting www.511PA.com. 511PA, which is free and available 24 hours a day, provides traffic delay warnings, weather forecasts, traffic speed information and access to more than 1,200 traffic cameras. 511PA is also available through a smartphone application for iPhone and Android devices, by calling 5-1-1, or by following regional X alerts.

    Find PennDOT’s planned and active construction projects at www.pa.gov/DOTprojects. Subscribe to PennDOT news and find transportation results in Allegheny, Beaver, and Lawrence counties at www.pa.gov/DOTdistrict11.

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    MEDIA CONTACT: Nicole Haney, nhaney@pa.gov or 412-429-5011

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