Temporary daily road closures planned during Johnstown Inclined Plane rehabilitation project
JOHNSTOWN, Pa. (WTAJ) — A portion of Edgehill Drive in Johnstown will close daily from May 19 through May 21 as construction crews continue work on the Johnstown Inclined Plane rehabilitation project.
The Cambria County Transit Authority (CamTran) announced that the middle section of Edgehill Drive, located in front of the Inclined Plane Gift Shop, will be closed to both vehicle and pedestrian traffic between 7 a.m. and 5 p.m. each day. The road and surrounding areas will reopen after work hours.
The closure will allow workers to reinstall decking and complete wiring and installation of the Operator's Booth on the platform. In addition, access to the steps leading to the Mound and the observation and waiting deck will also be restricted during construction hours.
Despite the closure, Asiago's Restaurant at the Visitor's Center will remain open during regular hours, with uninterrupted access and available parking along Edgehill Drive.
CamTran previously completed the reinstallation of the main haul and safety sheave wheels, and the general contractor is set to continue the next stage of construction. The authority thanked the public for its continued patience as the project progresses.
For updates on the Inclined Plane project, including monthly reports, visit www.inclinedplane.org.
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