PHILADELPHIA, PA — Philadelphia commuters are set to face nighttime delays next week as the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) undertakes essential bridge repairs on the Interstate 95 Girard Point Bridge. The maintenance work, scheduled from Tuesday, April 30, through Friday, May 3, will result in lane closures on both the northbound and southbound decks of the bridge, affecting the stretch between Penrose Avenue (Route 291) and Broad Street (Route 611).
The closures, running from 7:30 PM until 5:00 AM the following morning, are part of a comprehensive effort to refurbish the aging structure. Motorists planning to travel through this section of I-95 during these hours are advised to anticipate delays and allocate additional time to their journeys. The execution of the planned activities is contingent upon favorable weather conditions, with adverse weather potentially leading to adjustments in the schedule.
The scope of the repair work is extensive, touching on several critical aspects of the bridge’s integrity. Tasks include the replacement of rocker bearings and frozen sliding plate bearings, the renewal of deck expansion joints, cleaning and painting of steel beams, concrete substructure repairs, and the reconstruction of bearing pedestals. Additionally, the project extends beyond the bridge itself, encompassing the replacement of high mast light poles along the I-95 corridor in both Philadelphia and Delaware counties.
Driscoll Construction Company, Inc., a Philadelphia-based firm, has been entrusted as the general contractor for the project. Notably, the entire endeavor is financed with federal funds.
The Girard Point Bridge, a vital artery for Philadelphia’s commuters and freight movement, requires these timely interventions to ensure its continued safety and functionality. PennDOT urges drivers to exercise patience and caution when navigating the area during the repair period.
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