Pennsylvania Route 82 facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
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| Route information | ||||
| Maintained by PennDOT and East Marlborough Township | ||||
| Length | 31.630 mi (50.904 km) | |||
| Existed | 1928–present | |||
| Major junctions | ||||
| South end |  DE 82 near Kennett Square |
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 US 1 in Kennett Square PA 926 in East Marlborough Township  PA 162 / PA 842 in Unionville PA 841 in Doe Run PA 372 in Coatesville  US 30 Bus. in Coatesville US 30 near Coatesville US 322 in West Brandywine Township PA 345 in West Nantmeal Township PA 401 in Elverson |
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| North end |  PA 23 in Elverson |
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| Counties: | Chester | |||
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| Roads in Pennsylvania Interstate • US • State • Legislative
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→Pennsylvania Route 82 (PA 82) is a state highway in the U.S. state of Pennsylvania. It's a road that helps people travel through Chester County. This highway starts at the border with Delaware near Kennett Square. It then travels north for about 31.6 miles (50.9 kilometers). The road ends in the town of Elverson, where it meets another road called PA 23.
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Exploring PA 82's Path
PA 82 is an important road that connects many towns and areas in Chester County. It helps people get around for school, work, and fun activities. The road was first established in 1928. This means it has been helping people travel for almost 100 years!
Southern Journey: Kennett Square to Coatesville
The journey on PA 82 begins in the south, right at the Delaware state line. From there, it quickly reaches the historic town of Kennett Square. This area is famous for its mushroom farms. As PA 82 continues north, it crosses paths with US 1, a major highway.
The road then passes through beautiful countryside. You'll see small towns like East Marlborough Township and Unionville. These areas are known for their scenic views and quiet communities. PA 82 also meets other state routes like PA 926, PA 162, and PA 842 along the way.
Further north, PA 82 reaches the city of Coatesville. This city has a rich industrial history. In Coatesville, PA 82 connects with PA 372 and also crosses US 30. US 30 is a very long highway that goes across the entire country!
Northern Stretch: Coatesville to Elverson
After leaving Coatesville, PA 82 continues its journey north. It goes through more rural areas and townships. These include West Brandywine Township and West Nantmeal Township. Along this part of the route, PA 82 connects with US 322 and PA 345. These connections help drivers reach other parts of Chester County.
The final part of PA 82's path leads to the small borough of Elverson. This town is located in the northern part of Chester County. Here, PA 82 meets its northern end at PA 23. PA 23 is another important state highway that runs east-west across Pennsylvania.
Maintaining the Road
The maintenance of PA 82 is a big job! It is shared by two main groups. The PennDOT takes care of most of the highway. PennDOT is responsible for keeping state roads safe and in good condition. A smaller part of the road is maintained by East Marlborough Township. This shows how local communities also help manage their roads.
Images for kids
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PA 82 northbound in Kennett Square
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PA 82 northbound past PA 340 north of Coatesville
