High Friction Surface Treatment Project Begins in Lycoming County

​Montoursville, PA - Motorists are advised that a High Friction Service Treatment (HFST) project begins this weekend on Route 15 in Lewis Township and Route 2018 (Four Mile Drive) in Loyalsock Township, Lycoming County.

On Saturday, May 11, 2024, the contractor, Venture Construction, will begin applying a HFST on the eastbound lane of Four Mile Drive between the intersection with Route 2039 (Warrensville Road) and Nast Avenue, in Loyalsock Township. Work will be performed between the hours of 7:00 AM and 5:00 PM, weather permitting. Motorists can expect single lane conditions with flagging where work is being performed.

On Monday, May 13, 2024 through Friday, May 17, 2024, the contractor will apply a HFST on the northbound lanes of Route 15 in the area of Powey's Curve, located approximately 3.5 miles south of the Trout Run exit ramp to Route 14 and between one mile north and one mile south of the Trout Run exit ramp to Route 14 in Lewis Township. Work will be performed between the hours of 7:00 AM and 5:00 PM, weather permitting. Motorists can expect alternating lane restrictions where work is being performed.

Motorists should be alert, slow down, expect delays in travel and drive with caution through the work zone.

Venture Construction is the prime contractor for this $466,923.66 high friction surface treatment project. Work includes application of a high friction surface treatment on both driving and passing lanes and new traffic line paint. Work on this project is expected to be completed by late October 2024.

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