Project Status
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Construction
Next Step: Construction
Project Overview
County: Mercer
Municipality: Various
State Route: Interstate 79
Project Type: Roadway Preservation
MPMS Number: 81460
Construction Start: August 3, 2026
Expected Construction End: October 2026
Last Updated: 07/23/2026
A $1.5 million project to repair the centerline joint on Interstate 79 in Lake, New Vernon, and Deer Creek townships, Mercer County is scheduled to start on August 3, 2026.
The project includes asphalt base repairs, paving, and updated highway paint lines in both the northbound and southbound lanes from mile marker 126 to mile marker 136.
Construction is expected to begin August 3, 2026, weather permitting, and is expected to be completed by October 2026.
Drivers should be alert for traffic pattern shifts and lane restrictions and anticipate travel delays during active work hours.
The contractor is Lindy Paving of New Galilee, PA. The contract cost is $1,508,036.50, which is to be paid entirely with state funds.
Additional I-79 Projects in NWPA
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I-79 Project (Mercer County)
Proposed project to resurface nearly three miles of Interstate 79 and replace the twin bridges in Findley and Jackson townships, Mercer County.
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I-79 Dual Bridges Rehabilitation
Project to rehabilitate the dual bridges carrying Interstate 79 over CSX & Norfolk Southern Railroads, Irwin Drive, Rudolph Avenue, and West 16th Street in the City of Erie, Erie County.
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Paving Project in Mercer County
A $20.5 million resurfacing project that will give motorists a smoother ride on more than 13 miles of Interstate 79 in Mercer County.
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Paving and Bridge Project in Erie County
A $36.7 million project that will give motorists a smoother ride on more than 13 miles of Interstate 79 southbound and northbound in Washington, Franklin, McKean, and Summit townships, Erie County.
Past Public Outreach
Public Comment Period
A public comment period, where the community is encouraged to respond with questions and concerns was held from May 5, 2026 through May 12, 2026.
Contact Information
Jason Urban
Project Manager
jasourban@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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