Project Status
Step 2 of 4
Design
Next Step: Construction
Public Outreach
Public Meeting
A Public Plans Display is scheduled for following:
Date: November 10th, 2026
Time: 5:00 PM Plans Display
6:00 PM Presentation
Location: Jefferson Township Municipal Building, 487 Cortez Road, Jefferson Township PA 18436
Public Comment Period
The public comment period, where the community is encouraged to respond with questions and concerns will be from November 3, 2026, to December 1, 2026.
Project Overview
County: Lackawanna
Municipality: Jefferson Township
State Route: 2002
Local Name: Wimmers Road
Project Type: Bridge Replacement
MPMS Number: 67197
Proposed Start: Spring 2028
Proposed Completion: Fall 2028
Last Updated: November 3, 2026
The Route 2002 over UNT West Branch Wallenpaupack Creek Bridge project consists of the replacement of the crossing of Route 2002 (Wimmers Road) over UNT West Branch Wallenpaupack Creek located in Jefferson Township, Lackawanna County. The project proposes to replace the existing single-span steel beam bridge with a new single-span prestressed concrete bridge. Additional roadway improvements on the bridge approaches include full depth pavement reconstruction, new drainage, guide rail, signing, and pavement markings.
Utility impacts are anticipated and will require temporary and/or permanent relocation. There will be temporary construction easements and required right-of-way necessary for this project.
Additional Project Information
A detour of Route 2002 (Wimmers Road) will be required to perform the proposed work. Route 2002 traffic will use a 3.4-mile detour using state routes including: Route 348 (Mt. Cobb Road) and Route 590 (Hamlin Highway). The detour is expected to last approximately six (6) months during construction.
Contact Information
Richard Poplawski
Project Manager
rpoplawski@pa.gov
Jessica Ruddy
Community Relations Coordinator
jeruddy@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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