Public meeting to review US 15 corridor road conditions

Allenwood, Pa. — Area transportation leaders are inviting the public to review the US 15 Corridor Study at an upcoming public meeting on transportation.

The meeting will discuss conditions along a nearly 10-mile section of the US 15 corridor, stretching from PA 54 in Clinton Township to PA 44 in Allenwood.

The study evaluated traffic safety and operations at eight intersections as well as land use and development impacts so that those areas may be improved in the future.

“The US 15 Corridor Improvements Study will establish a new vision for the corridor, while addressing changes in land use and traffic patterns resulting from the opening of the Central Susquehanna Valley Transportation project (CSVT),” said Scott Williams, Transportation Planning Supervisor at Lycoming County Planning and Community Development. “It aims to identify both short- and long-term strategies that will enhance safety and mobility for all who use the corridor.”

The public meeting to share concerns will be held at 6:00 p.m. May 21 at the Warrior Run Fire Hall, 188 White Deer Ave., Allenwood. A presentation will be given at 6:30 p.m. which will include a review of the study process, existing conditions, and study recommendations.

“Hearing directly from the public about their transportation concerns on US 15 will give us a clear understanding of areas along the corridor that need further evaluation or improvement,” Williams said.

The study was initiated by the Williamsport Area Transportation Study (WATS) and SEDA-Council of Governments (SEDA-COG) Metropolitan Planning Organizations (MPO), citing the corridor evaluation as a priority action coming out of the CSVT Special Impact Study, which was adopted by both MPOs in 2021.

“With so many potential changes related to both development and transportation in the area, the timing of this study is opportune and allows us to remain proactive,” said Steve Herman, Transportation Planning Program Director at SEDA-COG. “Working with the area’s residents, commuters, and other stakeholders is vital because it allows us to explore and develop solutions that benefit all who travel along this corridor.”