PHILADELPHIA, PA — In a recent announcement by the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT), a significant road closure is set to impact the Northeast Philadelphia area. Starting next week, a section of Tacony Street will be closed nightly to facilitate the construction work on the new southbound Interstate 95 (I-95) viaduct. This construction is a crucial component of the broader I-95/BS2 project, a $270 million initiative aimed at reconstructing the interstate in both directions from Margaret Street to Carver Street.
The closure will span from Monday, September 30, through Wednesday, October 9, with Tacony Street shutting down from 9:00 PM to 5:00 AM, weeknights, between Aramingo Avenue and Bridge Street. During these hours, traffic from Aramingo/Harbison Avenue will be rerouted, requiring drivers to turn right onto Bridge Street and then left onto Tacony Street. Conversely, those traveling from Tacony Street will need to turn right on Bridge Street and left onto Aramingo Avenue/Harbison Avenue.
Motorists navigating this area are advised to anticipate considerable delays and should allocate additional travel time due to expected traffic congestion and detours. PennDOT has emphasized that all planned activities are contingent upon favorable weather conditions.
This closure is an integral part of the I-95/BS2 project, which aims for completion in 2027. As the construction progresses, the improvements are expected to enhance the flow and safety of traffic along this critical corridor.
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