More than half a billion dollars in construction projects are on the to-do list for workers with PennDOT District 4, which covers six counties in the northeast.
DUNMORE, Pa. — “That’s 67 new projects. Estimated at over $655 million,” said Jonathan Eboli, PennDOT District 4.
Maps of roadways, bridges, and potential PennDOT projects fill the conference room of Engineering District 4 in Dunmore.
A press conference on Tuesday afternoon, led by Executive Jonathan Eboli, kicks off the 2026 construction season. “Overall, highlights in our 2026 construction season for District 4 include 80 miles of roadway improvements. 200 bridges being addressed, 430 miles of sealcoat. 1,300 lane miles of cracked ceiling and 1,300 lane miles of shoulder cutting.”
One project includes the reconstruction of Exit 219, also called the Gibson Interchange, along Interstate 81 in Susquehanna County. A popular rest area for truck drivers and commuters. The area serves travelers between Scranton and the New York State border.
Some of the biggest changes, according to PennDOT, will be a southbound off-ramp relocation, drainage adjustment, and general safety improvements to help this bustling exit continue to grow.
“The safety of all of our crews. And the traveling public is our top priority as we make improvements to our network here in Northeast Pennsylvania,” said Eboli.
PennDOT says troopers with the Pennsylvania State Police will be stationed at all of their work zones as part of ‘Operation Yellow Jacket.’