A Route 309 borough at 545 feet
Asphalt Paving in Coopersburg, PA
Small-town driveways and business lots on one of the higher boroughs in the area.
- Free estimates at your property
- Itemized written quote: base depth, asphalt thickness and edges
- Street and alley permit questions answered before work is scheduled
Small Borough on Route 309
Asphalt paving in Coopersburg is the work of a small town. The borough had 2,447 residents at the 2020 census on about 0.93 square miles, and it is completely surrounded by Upper Saucon Township. Coopersburg was settled around 1730 under the name Freyburg, after tavern owner and judge Joseph Frey, and was later renamed for Judge Peter Cooper. It was once known for the cattle sales held at the estate of Tilghman S. Cooper.
Third Street is a state highway
Third Street, on the borough’s east side, carries PA 309. Driveways and business entrances that connect to Third Street connect to a state highway, and PennDOT requires a Highway Occupancy Permit to construct or change those connections. For a simple repave that keeps the same entrance, the permit question may not come up, but we check before scheduling any work at the street.
Borough streets
The 2007 count put Coopersburg’s roads at 12.04 miles: 9.11 borough streets and 2.93 state road. On borough streets, the borough sets the rules for curb and sidewalk work, and we confirm them when a job reaches that area.
Higher ground
At 545 feet, Coopersburg sits higher than Allentown or Bethlehem and closer to South Mountain. Winters can be a little colder and snowier than in the river towns, and frost lingers longer on shaded lots. A well-drained stone base and fall crack filling make the most difference here.
Typical work
Most Coopersburg jobs are replacement driveways on established lots, overlays on solid ones, and patching, crack filling and sealcoating. Businesses along Third Street need lots that drain, stay smooth and have clear striping, including the accessible spaces the 2010 ADA Standards require when a lot is restriped.
Weather at a higher elevation
Because Coopersburg sits higher than the river towns, we watch ground temperatures closely in early spring and late fall. Asphalt placed on cold ground cools before it compacts. We would rather wait a week for warmer ground than pave a driveway that will not last.
Before you call
It helps to know roughly how big the area is, whether there are any spots where water stands, and whether your driveway meets Third Street or a borough street. Photos are useful. We will set up a time to see the property and give you a written estimate. Call (610) 620-2512 or
.Coopersburg Paving Notes
- History. Coopersburg was settled around 1730 as Freyburg, named for tavern owner and judge Joseph Frey, and later renamed for Judge Peter Cooper. It was known for cattle sales at the estate of Tilghman S. Cooper.
- Route 309. Third Street is PA 309, a state highway through the east side of town.
- Borough roads. As of 2007 Coopersburg had 12.04 miles of public roads, 9.11 maintained by the borough and 2.93 by PennDOT.
- Size and elevation. The borough had 2,447 residents at the 2020 census on 0.93 square miles of land, at an elevation of 545 feet, surrounded by Upper Saucon Township.
Our Services in Coopersburg, PA
Coopersburg Questions
My business is on Third Street. Do I need a PennDOT permit to repave?
Building or changing an entrance on a state highway requires a Highway Occupancy Permit. A repave that keeps the same entrance may not, but we check with PennDOT's requirements before scheduling.
Do you restripe small lots?
Yes, including the accessible spaces required when a lot is restriped.
How soon can you come out for an estimate?
Call and we will set up a visit. Spring and early fall fill up fastest.
Can you fix a single pothole?
Yes. Small repairs may carry a minimum charge, which we state up front.
Why do you wait for warmer ground?
Hot mix cools quickly on cold ground and does not compact as well. Waiting for warmer, drier conditions gives a longer-lasting driveway.
Do you work outside the borough in Upper Saucon?
Yes. We work throughout Upper Saucon Township and the rest of the Lehigh Valley.
Can you resurface my driveway instead of replacing it?
If the base is solid and the surface is just worn, yes. We check for soft spots and widespread cracking first.
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