An official X account of the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation. Travel info, traffic alerts and news for the State College/Northern Tier region.
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511PA StateCollege retweeted
We have our speed trailer set up along Route 304 westbound in Union Township, Union County this week to remind drivers of the posted 45 mph speed limit. An aggressive driving enforcement wave begins next Monday and runs through November 8. #BeSafePA
ALT PennDOT's speed trailer set up along Route 304 westbound in Union Township, Union County.
511PA StateCollege retweeted
Rapid road repair in Tioga County!
Another of @GovernorShapiro Rapid Deployment Projects is underway to resurface 4 miles of Route 6 in Charleston Township: pa.gov/agencies/penndot/news….
See all the rapid deployment projects underway and planned across PA: pa.gov/RapidRoadRepair.
511PA StateCollege retweeted
Use sidewalks whenever they're available and cross at crosswalks or intersections.
No sidewalk? Follow these pedestrian safety tips.🚶⤵️
Drivers: always stay alert!
ALT A graphic showing instructions for pedestrian safety. The top half illustrates a person walking on the road with a car approaching. Text reads: "No sidewalk? Walk facing traffic so you can see oncoming vehicles and react. Stay as far away from traffic as possible."
511PA StateCollege retweeted
Have an idea on how to improve transportation in PA?
Now through Oct. 31, submit your public-private partnership proposals to deliver projects across all modes including roads, bridges, rail, aviation & ports.
Visit pa.gov/agencies/penndot/prog… to submit a proposal & learn more.
511PA StateCollege retweeted
Rapid repair on Route 6! A resurfacing project started last week to improve ride quality/extend life of 16 miles in McKean and Potter counties: bit.ly/46FO1j0.
See @GovernorShapiro Rapid Deployment Projects to improve 400 miles in 44 counties: pa.gov/RapidRoadRepair.
511PA StateCollege retweeted
Do you know when and where to stop for school buses?
Watch below to learn when to stop on roads without a median, roads with a center turning lane, and other roadway scenarios.
Find more info at pa.gov/schoolbus.
#BeSafePA
511PA StateCollege retweeted
ICYMI: We're bringing EV chargers to PA communities w/a new $100M+ phase of the National Electric Vehicle Infrastructure program.
Last week, @PennDOTSec kicked off Community Charging funding in eastern PA with $32M available for projects in this region: pacast.com/m?p=29953.
511PA StateCollege retweeted
It's Child Passenger Safety Week! 🎉
Make sure your child is in The Right Seat for their age and size — and that it's installed correctly every time. 👶✔️
Tap the link to use our Car Seat Finder tool or find a certified technician near you: NHTSA.gov/TheRightSeat
511PA StateCollege retweeted
Calling all PA high school students & teachers! 📢
Our Innovations Challenge is now open: pa.gov/agencies/penndot/news….
Develop a solution to help prevent bridge strikes & compete to win a combined $ award from @PAConstructors, @ACEC_PA, @MidAtlanticITE & @ITSPennsylvania.
@PADeptofEd
511PA StateCollege retweeted
We're continuing the Community Charging Funding Opportunity in the central region of PA.
Businesses/orgs interested in federal $ for EV chargers, take this optional survey to connect w/providers, builders & resources: bit.ly/4rNMBvh.
More info: pa.gov/evcommunity
511PA StateCollege retweeted
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511PA StateCollege retweeted
Elk & Potter counties have 6 new ATV Connector Routes, thanks to PennDOT's new process allowing municipalities or regional orgs managing trail networks to request ATV route designations. See where these new routes are located: pa.gov/agencies/penndot/news….
@GovernorShapiro @DCNRnews
511PA StateCollege retweeted
Holiday Closure Update 🚨
All PennDOT driver’s license and photo centers will be closed Saturday, Sept. 5, 2026, through Monday, Sept. 7, 2026, for the Labor Day holiday.
Online services will still be available at pa.gov/dmv.
Details: pa.gov/agencies/penndot/news….
511PA StateCollege retweeted
See a pothole on a state road near you? Report it to our Customer Care Center at customercare.penndot.pa.gov.
511PA StateCollege retweeted
We’re investing $54M in 50 projects in 27 PA counties to keep communities connected: pa.gov/agencies/penndot/news…
These road, bridge, aviation, ports, and bike/pedestrian projects are funded by the Multimodal Transportation Fund (MTF).
The next round of MTF funding opens Sept. 14.
511PA StateCollege retweeted
Hey, PA! Drive sober & slower this Labor Day! We joined @PAStatePolice to encourage responsible holiday celebrations, amidst a national enforcement crackdown through 9/7.
Last year, PA saw 8,658 crashes involving an impaired driver. Do your part to keep our roads safe!
511PA StateCollege retweeted
Before you put the pedal to the metal, remember that speeding can have serious consequences. Keep yourself and others safe!
Obey the posted speed limit and drive slower when warranted by weather conditions.
Learn more: penndot.pa.gov/AggressiveDri….
#BeSafePA
511PA StateCollege retweeted
The designation of I-99 in Tioga & Lycoming counties is a big change for the hauling industry. Eric High, District Executive for our north central region, explains the new federal weight restrictions for divisible loads on this interstate.
More info: pa.gov/newi99.