Project Overview
County: Lackawanna
Municipality: Newton Township
State Route:4036
Project Type: Bridge Project
MPMS Number:
Proposed Construction Start: Summer 2026
Proposed Construction End: Fall 2026
Last Updated: November 18, 2025
This project consists on the replacement of the bridge on Route 4036 Section 250 that carries Route 4036 over Falls Creek in Newton Township, Lackawanna County. The previous structure consisted of a single span steel stringer bridge on full height abutments. The previous structure collapsed due to a flooding event on September 9, 2023. An emergency permit has been put in place, and now the existing structure consists of three (3) 60" HDPE pipes.
The proposed new structure will address failure and improve hydraulics. Additionally, the project includes 230 feet of full depth roadway reconstruction, shoulder grading and guiderail installation.
Historic and archaeological resources may be present in the project areas and public comment regarding the presence of cultural resources and the effect of the project on these resources is being solicited. The public comment period is April 29, 2024 to May 13, 2024
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 the project manager Carmen Mancebo Clase at 570.963.3190 or at cmancebocl@pa.gov.
Traffic Control
From Route 307 EB to Fred Eckle Sons Farm:
- Head southeast on PA-307 S towards Falls Road
- Turn tight toward Newton Ransom Blvd.
- Turn right onto Newton Ransom Blvd.
- In 3.9 miles turn right onto Church Hill Road
- In 2.9 miles turn right onto Falls Road
From Route 307 WB to Fred Eckle Sons Farm:
- Head southwest on PA-307 N towards Newton Ransom Blvd.
- Take a slight left onto Newton Ransom Blvd.
- In 4.0 miles turn right onto Church Hill Road.
- In 2.9 miles turn right onto Falls Road
From Route 4036 EB to adjacent side of Falls Creek:
- Turn right onto Church Hill Road
- In 2.9 miles turn left onto Newton Ransom Blvd.
- In 3.9 miles turn left towards PA-307 N
- 4. Turn left onto PA-307 N
- In 1.5 miles turn left onto Falls Road
From Fred Eckle Sons Farm to adjacent side of Falls Creek:
- Head southwest on Falls Road Toward Spring Dr.
- Turn left onto Church Hill Road
- In 2.9 miles turn left onto Newton Ransom Blvd.
- In 3.9 miles turn left toward PA-307 N
- Turn left onto PA-307 N
- In 1.5 miles turn left onto Falls Road
From adjacent side of Falls creel to Fred Eckle Sons Farm:
- Head southeast on Falls Road Toward Airport Dr.
- Turn right onto PA-307 S
- In 1.5 miles turn right toward Newton Ransom Blvd.
- Turn right onto Newton Ransom Blvd.
- In 3.9 miles turn right onto Church Hill Road
- In 2.9 miles turn right onto Falls Road
Past Public Outreach
Public Meeting
Public Plans Display was held:
Date: Monday, May 13, 2024
Time: 5:30 PM
Location: Newton Township Municipal Office Building, 1528 Newton Ransom Boulevard, Clarks Summit, PA 18411
Public Comment Period
The public comment period, where the community was encouraged to respond with questions and concerns, was active from April 29, 2024 to May 13, 2024.
Virtual Plans Display
The virtual plans display is available online to view, but the comment period closed on May 13, 2024.
Contact Information
Carmen Mancebo Clase
Project Manager
cmancebocl@pa.gov
Jessica Ruddy
Press Officer
(570) 963-4044
jeruddy@pa.gov
Title VI
Pursuant to the Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, PennDOT does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, gender, age, or disability. If you feel that you have been denied the benefits of, or participation in a PennDOT program or activity, you may contact the PennDOT, Bureau of Equal Opportunity, DBE/Title VI Division at 717-787-5891.
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.