News Summary
Philadelphia is advancing with construction on the I-95 expansion and the new Penn’s Landing Park, enhancing connectivity between Center City and the waterfront. Major progress has been made on the supporting infrastructure for the project, including the crucial pier for the I-95 cover extension. Additional developments include the Market Street ramp and the South Street Pedestrian Bridge. With a budget of $328.9 million, the project aims to improve transportation options and create a vibrant park space. Residents can stay updated on construction timelines and travel alerts through official websites.
Philadelphia Construction Update: I-95 Expansion and Penn’s Landing Park Progress
Philadelphia is witnessing major construction developments this fall as work continues on the I-95 expansion and the new Penn’s Landing Park. The project, which aims to enhance connectivity between Center City and the waterfront, is ongoing with significant progress on the eastern abutment and support pier for the Interstate 95 cover extension over Columbus Boulevard.
Completion of the pier is a crucial milestone, paving the way for the installation of steel deck beams over both the northbound and southbound lanes of I-95. This installation will occur in three phases, with the expected completion date set for mid-2026. Following this, the deck installation for Christopher Columbus Boulevard is scheduled to take place from November 2026 through February 2027. During this construction phase, there will be a non-working holiday period from mid-December through early January.
In addition, construction on the Market Street ramp to southbound I-95 is projected to conclude by early December, with the closed ramp anticipated to reopen by the end of the year. As part of the ongoing improvements, assembly of the new South Street Pedestrian Bridge extension is expected to commence in early 2026. This pedestrian bridge aims to provide enhanced access to Penn’s Landing from Center City, crossing over Columbus Boulevard.
Current Conditions and Alternate Routes
Meanwhile, the existing pedestrian bridge remains operational, though minor interruptions might occur. Pedestrians and cyclists will have designated routes available, enabling travel between Penn’s Landing and Front Street via Dock and Market streets throughout the construction period. Additionally, surface-level utility work conducted by PECO and Comcast was completed in spring 2025, with sewer facility installations at Penn’s Landing and Columbus Boulevard continuing until fall 2025.
Furthermore, PECO, Comcast, and Verizon are set to install additional surface-level facilities at Front Street beginning in fall 2025. As construction progresses, minor lane shifts on I-95 and adjacent ramps are anticipated, along with lane restrictions on Columbus Boulevard and Front Street. Therefore, commuters should prepare for potential delays and adjust their travel plans accordingly.
Project Overview and Budget
The entire I-95 expansion and Penn’s Landing Park project is budgeted at $328.9 million and is being financed through a combination of federal, local, and private sources. The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) aims to create a larger cover over I-95 and Columbus Boulevard, stretching between Chestnut and Walnut streets. The I-95 Central Access Philadelphia (CAP) Project is designed to improve multimodal transportation options, enhancing access for pedestrians, cyclists, and vehicles alike.
New Park Development
As part of this extensive undertaking, the new Park at Penn’s Landing will be developed as an 11.5-acre civic space, featuring gardens, play areas, and flexible open spaces, all complemented by a mass-timber pavilion. Additionally, memorials honoring Irish and Scottish heritage, currently relocated to Spruce Street, will be returned to a permanent area on the new I-95 cover.
For further details, updates, and travel alerts related to the project, residents and commuters can visit the official websites: www.95revive.com and www.ParkatPennsLanding.com.
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Additional Resources
- 95Revive: CAP Construction Update Summer 2025
- Wikipedia: Interstate 95
- NBC Philadelphia: Evening Construction on I-95
- Google Search: I-95 expansion Philadelphia
- Metro Philadelphia: I-95 South Closures Center City
- Encyclopedia Britannica: Penn’s Landing
- 92.5 XTU: Overnight I-95 Construction Work
- Google News: Penn’s Landing Park construction
- Northeast Times: PennDOT I-95 Reconstruction
- Encyclopedia Britannica: Philadelphia
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