Due to the severity of the winter storm impacting the region, the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) has temporarily reduced speed limits and implemented travel restrictions on several highways, including Interstate 81 in Schuylkill County.
Saturday, February 15, 2025
Thursday, February 6, 2025
No Injuries Reported in Tractor-Trailer Crash That Closed I-81 in Schuylkill County
No injuries were reported in a tractor-trailer crash that closed Interstate 81 in Schuylkill County from Tuesday night into Wednesday.
Wednesday, February 5, 2025
Weather-Related Vehicle Restrictions Announced for Interstate 81
The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) has announced updated vehicle restrictions on Interstate 81 in response to the latest weather forecasts.
Tuesday, February 4, 2025
Interstate 81 Southbound Closed in Northern Schuylkill County
Sunday, January 19, 2025
Winter Weather Restrictions in Place for Interstate 81 in Schuylkill County
As a winter storm pushes across east-central Pennsylvania, the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) has implemented temporary travel restrictions on Interstate 81 in Schuylkill County.
Friday, January 17, 2025
Tractor Trailer Crashes Off Interstate 81 Over Bridge in Schuylkill County
Emergency personnel are responding to the scene of a tractor trailer crash on and off of Interstate 81.
Friday, January 3, 2025
PennDOT Announces Lane and Ramp Restrictions on Interstate 81 in Schuylkill County

Schuylkill County motorists traveling on Interstate 81 should plan for daytime lane and ramp restrictions starting next week as the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) conducts crack sealing and inspections.
Thursday, January 2, 2025
Interstate 81 Reopens in Schuylkill County After Overnight Crashes
Interstate 81 has reopened after several crashes closed the highway overnight in Northern Schuylkill County.
Tuesday, December 31, 2024
Interstate 81 Reopens in Schuylkill County After Overnight Tractor Trailer Crash
Interstate 81 Closed at Minersville Exit Due to Crash Early Tuesday
Sunday, December 15, 2024
Speed Limits Reduced on Interstate 81 in Schuylkill County
PennDOT has reduced the speed limits on Interstate 81 in Schuylkill County due to weather conditions.
Wednesday, December 11, 2024
Interstate 81 Southbound Closed from Schuylkill into Lebanon County
Sunday, December 8, 2024
Thursday, December 5, 2024
Speed Limits Reduced on Interstate 81 Due to Weather Conditions in Schuylkill, Luzerne, and Lebanon Counties
PennDOT has reduced the speed limits on Interstate 81 in Schuylkill County due to weather conditions.
Friday, November 22, 2024
Speed Limits Reduced on Interstate 81 in Schuylkill County Due to Weather Conditions
PennDOT has reduced the speed limits on Interstate 81 in Schuylkill County due to weather conditions.
Saturday, November 16, 2024
Road Work Scheduled for Two Interstate 81 Ramps in Schuylkill County This Week
The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) has announced scheduled road work for Interstate 81 in Schuylkill County.
Friday, November 1, 2024
PennDOT Schedules Pothole Repairs in Schuylkill County
PennDOT has scheduled a series of daytime pothole patching projects on Interstate 81 in Schuylkill County.
Saturday, October 26, 2024
PennDOT Announces Roadwork and Lane Restrictions on I-81 in Schuylkill County
SCHUYLKILL COUNTY, PA — The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) has announced a series of upcoming roadwork projects on Interstate 81 in Schuylkill County, with planned lane closures and restrictions over the next few weeks.
Thursday, October 24, 2024
Crash Closes Interstate 81 in Lebanon County
Tuesday, October 15, 2024
New Onvo Travel Plaza Opens Its Doors in Highridge Industrial Park
After two years of planning and construction, the Onvo Travel Plaza at Highridge Industrial Park is finally coming to life in Schuylkill County.