The second phase of road closures will begin Monday on Pittsburgh’s North Shore in preparation for the quickly approaching NFL Draft.
In effect from April 13 through April 21 will be the following road closures:
- Casino Drive (from Sproat Way)
- North Shore Drive (to Chuck Noll Way)
- Reedsdale Street (to Tony Dorsett Drive)
- Chuck Noll Way
- Tony Dorsett Drive
- I-279 Southbound Exit 1B ramp to Reedsdale Street
- Reedsdale Underpass
These closures come on top of the first phase of road closures, which began on March 28 and include Art Rooney Avenue, West General Robinson Street (to Tony Dorsett Drive) and Scotland Avenue.
The third phase of road closures will begin on April 22, the day before the NFL Draft begins.
The full list of closures and detours can be found here.
Visit Pittsburgh said the closures are “necessary to support event infrastructure, enhance public safety and create a seamless fan experience” for the draft.
“Hosting the NFL Draft is a once-in-a-generation opportunity for Pittsburgh, and we’re committed to ensuring both residents and visitors can experience it with ease,” said Jerad Bachar, president and CEO of Visit Pittsburgh. “By pairing thoughtful planning with free, accessible transit options, we’re making it simple for everyone to be part of this moment while keeping our city moving.”
During Pittsburgh Pirates home games at PNC Park, there will be adjusted traffic patterns and access routes so fans can make it to and from the North Shore, according to Visit Pittsburgh.