The Pennsylvania Turnpike Commission advises motorists traveling on the Northeast Extension (I-476) in Carbon County that the northbound exit ramp to the Route 903 Interchange (Exit 87) will be closed from 10 p.m. today to 6 a.m. Saturday and then the entry ramp from 10 p.m. on Sunday to 6 a.m. Monday, April 22, to allow technicians to safely perform tolling equipment maintenance.

During the ramp closure on Friday night, motorists will not be able exit the Northeast

Extension at Route 903 in the northbound direction. During the ramp closure on Sunday

night, motorists will not be able enter the Northeast Extension at PA Route 903 in the

northbound direction.

Northbound motorists should seek alternate routes by using the nearest available

interchange on I-476 depending on your travel destination.

Pennsylvania State Police and Turnpike personnel will be positioned at the impacted areas to

assist drivers. Digital message signs will also provide information on this closure. Motorists

are encouraged to plan travel accordingly. Work schedules are subject to change based on

weather conditions.