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    District 6 Projects - Chester County

    ​Art School Road over Pickering Creek Bridge Replacements

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    Project Overview

    County: Chester
    Municipality: West Pikeland Township
    State Route: 1024
    Local Name: Art School Road
    Project Type: Bridge Replacements
    Last Updated: April 2026

    The project involves replacing two bridges along Art School Road over a branch of the Pickering Creek in West Pikeland Township, Chester County.

    The proposed work also includes resurfacing the pavement between the two bridges, guide rail, and drainage improvements. 

    The existing structures, both of which were built in 1920, will be replaced on similar horizontal and vertical alignments.

    Project Outreach

    PennDOT held a live virtual public meeting for this project on Tuesday, December 5, 2023. 

    Members of the public who were unable to attend the online meeting can view the recording and a copy of the materials on this webpage.

    Construction

    Construction will begin on Wednesday, May 13, on a $3 million project to replace two bridges on Art School Road over a Branch of Pickering Creek in West Pikeland Township, Chester County.

    Under this project, PennDOT’s contractor will remove and replace two existing bridges on Art School Road and construct a retaining wall along the southwest approach to the second bridge, as well as reconstruct the approaches to both bridges. Additionally, the project will widen both bridges and the approaching roadway, adding 3-foot shoulders. A drainage swale will be constructed and milling and overlay will be performed between the reconstructed sections. Updated signage and guide rails will also be installed.

    Beginning on Wednesday, May 13, through Thursday, May 27, 2027, Art School Road will be closed and detoured 24/7 between Yellow Springs Road and Tiptop Road. During the closure motorist will be directed to use Yellow Springs Road, Route 113, Route 401 (Conestoga Road), and Chester Springs Road.

    Local access will be maintained at all times. Temporary access will also be provided for the equestrian center located next to one of the bridges.

    Drivers are advised to allow extra time when traveling near the work area or along the detour route because backups and delays may occur.

    Kinsley Construction, LLC of York, PA is the general contractor on the project, which is financed with 80 percent federal funds and 20 percent state funds.

    Contact Information

    Justin Gattorno
    Project Manager
    jgattorno@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.

    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.