PennDOT has started work on a $10 million project to rehabilitate Frankford Avenue Bridge that will close off sections of the road for the next year.
The single-span steel bridge — not to be confused with the centuries-old stone arch over Pennypack Creek — crosses over Frankford Creek. It supports over 12,000 daily drivers on average. But it’s in poor condition after 123 years of use, per the most recent inspection report. PennDOT plans to replace the superstructure, which bears the load of vehicles passing over the bridge. This work is designed to eliminate current weight restrictions.
PennDOT contractors will also install a protective barrier along the sidewalk on Hunting Park Avenue next to Frankford Creek. It will span Frankford to Torresdale avenues…