Lane Restrictions Begin On New Britain Road In Doylestown

DOYLESTOWN TOWNSHIP, PA — New Britain Road will be reduced to one lane beginning Thursday, Feb. 1 as part of a project to construct two roundabouts at the intersection of Easton Road and New Britain/Sauerman Road in Doylestown Township.

From now through the summer, the roadway will be reduced to one lane 24 hours a day between Easton Road and Rolling Hill Boulevard. During the lane closure, motorists will be directed to use Lower State Road, U.S. 202, and Easton Road.

Motorists are advised to allow extra time when traveling through the work area because backups and delays may occur. All scheduled activities are weather-dependent.

Under this safety improvement project, PennDOT is constructing two adjacent single-lane roundabouts at the intersections of Easton Road and New Britain Road/Sauerman Road.

The roundabouts will include new drainage and sidewalks; ADA-compliant crossings; bicycle facilities, lighting, and full-depth pavement reconstruction.

The design also will include transit facilities to accommodate SEPTA and DART routes. There are existing trails to the east and west of the project that will be connected as part of this project.

The proposed trail connection will circle the roundabouts connecting Triangle Park and the Heritage Gateway Center at Doylestown to adjacent residences and businesses.

The goal of the project is to reduce overall crashes at the intersection; reduce vehicle speeds; and improve bicycle and pedestrian mobility and safety near the intersection.

James D. Morrissey, Inc. of Philadelphia, is the general contractor on the $3.9 million project, which is financed with 100 percent federal funds.