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    District 1 Projects - Erie County

    Route 5 Bridge Rehabilitation

    Project Status

    Step 2 of 4

    Design

    Next Step:  Construction

    Project Overview

    County: Erie County
    Municipality: Harborcreek Township
    State Route: Route 5
    Local Name: East Lake Road
    Project Type: Bridge Rehabilitation
    MPMS Number: 116741
    Proposed Construction: 2027 
    Last Updated: 10/28/2025

    This is a proposed project to replace part of the bridge that carries Route 5 over Six Mile Creek in Harborcreek Township, Erie County.

    The bridge is located on Route 5 (East Lake Road) between the intersection with Rockledge Drive and the intersection with Ledwick Street.

    The project will include replacing the upper portion of the bridge, known as the superstructure, with new steel beams and a concrete deck. Work will also include minor paving on each side of the bridge, as well as updated guiderail and roadway painting.

    Work is expected to occur in the 2027 construction season.

    The existing bridge was built in 1933. It is classified as poor condition and is posted for one truck at a time. Approximately 6,200 vehicles a day use the bridge, on average. 

    Traffic Impacts

    A detour will be required during construction and is expected to be in place for approximately three months. The proposed 12.3-mile detour route includes Route 955, Route 20, and Route 89.

    Past Public Outreach

    Virtual Plans Display

    ​The virtual plans display was held from September 19, 2025 through October 3, 2025. The materials remain available in the Resource section. 

    Public Comment Period

    The public comment period was held from September 19, 2025, through October 3, 2025. 

    Contact Information

    Steve Schettler
    Project Manager
    814-678--7356
    sschettler@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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