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    District 1 Projects - Mercer County

    Hosack Road Bridges Rehabilitation Project

    Mercer County Hosack Road Bridge Location Map

    Project Status

    Step 3 of 4

    Construction

    Next Step:  Completed

    Project Overview

    County: Mercer
    Municipality: Jackson Township
    State Route: N/A
    Local Name: Hosack Road
    Project Type: Bridge Repair
    MPMS: 112678
    Construction Start: 2026
    Construction End: 2027
    Last Updated: 06/29/2026

    The project includes the partial reconstruction of the two bridges on Hosack Road in Jackson Township, Mercer County,  including the abutments and deck, as well as minor paving and updated guide rail. Work will be completed on one bridge at a time.

    The bridges, which are owned by Mercer County, are located on Hosack Road between the intersection with Fox Mine Road and the intersection with Route 62.

    The first bridge is approximately 3,566 feet south of Fox Mine Road and spans a branch of Yellow Creek. It is rated in poor condition and closed to traffic.

    The second is approximately 1,000 feet south of Fox Mine Road and spans Yellow Creek. It is used by approximately 375 vehicles a day, on average. It is rated in poor condition and posted with a weight limit.

    Construction is expected to begin July 6, 2026, weather permitting, and is expected to be completed by October 2027.

    The contractor is Jet Excavating Co of New Middletown, Ohio. The contract cost is $987,959, which is to be paid entirely with federal funds.

    Traffic Impacts

    The project will require a detour, which will be posted using Fox Mine Road, Clark Road, and Route 62. It is expected to be in place for 16 months.

    Contact Information

    Derin Lineman 
    Project Manager 
    814-678-7071
    delineman@pa.gov

    Jill Harry
    Press Officer
    814-678-5035
    jharry@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 Project Manager listed above.

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