New Roundabout Planned For Central Bucks Intersection

BUCKINGHAM TOWNSHIP, PA — A major traffic improvement is being planned for one of the area’s most dangerous intersections.

The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation has announced that it is planning to replace the Route 202 and York Road intersection with a roundabout to reduce congestion and the number and severity of crashes at the non-signalized intersection.

Additionally, PennDOT said the project will improve the operations of the intersection, emergency vehicle access and mobility, and will address the absence of pedestrian access within the area of the intersection.

The proposed project, slated for construction in 2027 and 2028, includes improvements to two intersections on U.S. 202 in Buckingham Township.

The proposed work at the Route 202 and York Road intersection includes:

• Reconstructing and converting the existing unsignalized T-intersection into a modern roundabout.
• Installing intersection lighting.
• Constructing stormwater management facilities.
• Constructing sidewalks, multi-use trails, and ADA crossings.

The proposed work at the U.S. 202 and Route 413 intersection includes:

• Constructing right-turn lanes on U.S. 202.
• Improving alignment of left-turn lanes on all approaches.
• Adjusting traffic signal displays to align with new lane configuration.
• Replacing guide rail in northwest and southeast quadrants.

(Maps courtesy of PennDOT)

Live Virtual Public Meeting To Detail Project

PennDOT will hold a live virtual meeting on Tuesday, May 21 to brief the public on the upcoming project. The live virtual meeting is scheduled to begin at 7 p.m.

To join the meeting, click on this Microsoft Live Teams meeting link prior to the presentation start time. The department’s design team will deliver a brief project presentation before answering questions using the platform’s Q&A feature.

Internet access and a computer or mobile device are required to view the virtual meeting. Anyone with special needs or requiring special aid is requested to contact PennDOT Project Manager Nathan Parrish.

Members of the public who are unable to attend the meeting can view the meeting recording and copy of the project materials on the project webpage. An online comment form is also available to submit feedback or questions.