Lane Closures on Broad Street Could Slow South Philly Traffic

Traffic Restrictions

PHILADELPHIA, PA — Drivers traveling along Broad Street in South Philadelphia should prepare for daytime delays next week as PennDOT crews begin resurfacing work on a busy stretch of Route 611.

At A Glance

  • Roads Affected: Broad Street (Route 611) between Oregon Avenue and the Navy Yard
  • Dates: Monday, March 23 – Friday, March 27
  • Times: 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
  • Reason: Milling and roadway preparation ahead of paving

According to the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation, a daytime lane closure will be in place along Broad Street while crews mill the roadway surface and prepare the corridor for repaving.

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Motorists traveling through South Philadelphia during the work hours should plan extra time and expect delays as traffic moves through the restricted work zone. Drivers may want to seek alternate routes when possible to avoid backups.

PennDOT noted that all scheduled construction activities are weather dependent and could be adjusted if conditions change.

For the latest roadwork updates, lane closures, and regional traffic alerts, visit the MyChesCo Traffic Center at https://www.mychesco.com/traffic/.

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