Dunmore, PA – The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) invites the public to view the public plans displays regarding the Route 29, Section 358 proposed structure replacement project over Pike’s Creek. This project will be introduced during the Lake Township Board of Supervisors monthly meeting on September 9, 2026, beginning at 7:00 PM. The Lake Township Building is located at 488 State Route 29, Harvey's Lake, PA 18618.
The purpose of the project is to provide a sustainable crossing over Pike’s 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 proposed project consists of the replacement of the existing reinforced concrete slab bridge with a precast concrete box culvert. The permanent approach roadway work will include tie-ins with the existing roadway. Stream restoration work will be completed upstream and downstream of the proposed structure to address streambed stability and sediment transport issues. Additionally, guide rail upgrades and drainage channel improvements within the project limits will be incorporated into the project. Two utility pole relocations are expected to be necessary to construct the project.
A detour will be required to perform the proposed work. Route 29 car and truck traffic will be detoured using all state roads. The car traffic will use a 5.8 mile detour including Maple Tree Rd (Route 1032), Church Road (Route 1030) and Tulip Road. (Route 1065). The truck traffic will use a 17 mile detour including Route 118, Route 415, and Route 309. It is anticipated that the detour will be in place for the duration of the project.
It is anticipated that construction will begin in the spring/summer of 2028 and will be complete by the fall of 2028.
The public plans display materials will be online and will be available from August 15, 2026, to October 1, Online information including proposed detour route, detailed project information, and comment form, can be found by visiting the following PennDOT District 4-0 website: Route 29 over Pike's Creek Structure Project | Department of Transportation | Commonwealth of Pennsylvania
The purpose of the plans display is to introduce the project, display and describe the planned detour, and receive public input regarding questions or concerns with the project. The public is encouraged to respond to the public questionnaire and provide comments by clicking on Submit a Comment.
The project documents can be made available in alternative languages or formats if requested. If you need translation/interpretation services or have special needs or have special concerns that require individual attention, contact Amy Lolli, PennDOT Project Manager, at 570-614-2958 or amlolli@pa.gov.
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Contact
Please direct any questions regarding this information, to the PennDOT Project Manager, Amy Lolli, at amlolli@pa.gov.
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