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Valley Forge National Historical Park
Widening of the Pennsylvania Turnpike

The turnpike will be completely reconstructed and widened from four to six lanes from the Valley Forge interchange westward approximately six miles. The work will take place on turnpike commission property, but will have impacts to the park and neighboring properties. Valley Forge NHP is working with the turnpike commission and other stake holders on impacts including excessive storm water, loss of the tree screen between the turnpike and the park, and noise.

For more information and a current schedule, please visit the website of the Pennsylvania Turnpike Commission at www.paturnpike.com.

 

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Did You Know?
None of the original soldier huts remain. The huts that you see in the park today are reproductions based on the model that General Washington wanted the soldiers to follow. Despite a lack of tools and the relative haste in which they were built, most served as decent shelters for the troops.

Last Updated: August 05, 2008 at 13:09 EST