Waterline work in Pittsburgh to cause potential traffic restrictions

PITTSBURGH — Waterline work on Penn Avenue/Fifth Avenue and North Dallas Avenue in Pittsburgh will cause potential traffic restrictions starting Thursday, according to the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation.

Crews from Independent Enterprises are conducting the waterline project, weather permitting.

Work is scheduled to take place on weekdays from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. through mid-December in Allegheny County. PennDOT reported that the majority of impacts will occur within sidewalks along the designated roadways, though single-lane alternating traffic restrictions may also be needed.

The work covers North Dallas Avenue between Penn Avenue and Simonton Street. It also includes Penn Avenue between Fifth Avenue and North Dallas Avenue, as well as Fifth Avenue between Penn Avenue and McPherson Boulevard. PennDOT reminded drivers to use caution when traveling, noting that work zone safety is everyone’s responsibility.

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