I-95 Night Work Could Back Up Northeast Philly Traffic

PHILADELPHIA, PA — Overnight lane closures are scheduled next week on Interstate 95 in Northeast Philadelphia, as crews remove concrete barriers tied to a major reconstruction project.

At a Glance

  • Roads Affected: I-95 South (Cottman Avenue/Route 73 to Allegheny Avenue)
  • Dates: Thursday, April 16 – Friday, April 17
  • Times: 9:00 PM – 5:00 AM (overnight)
  • Reason: Concrete barrier removal

PennDOT said a lane closure will be in place on southbound I-95 between the Cottman Avenue (Route 73) and Allegheny Avenue interchanges during overnight hours.

Drivers should plan extra time, expect delays, and consider alternate routes when traveling through Northeast Philadelphia at night.

The work is part of a $355.3 million project to widen and reconstruct sections of I-95, aimed at improving traffic flow and long-term safety along the corridor…

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