Comprehensive Guide for Travelers Affected by I-95 Closure in Northeast Philadelphia

Comprehensive Guide for Travelers Affected by I-95 Closure in Northeast Philadelphia

Introduction
Comprehensive Guide for Travelers Affected by I-95 Closure in Northeast Philadelphia
On June 11, 2023, a vehicle fire under I-95 near the Cottman Avenue exit in Northeast Philadelphia caused a portion of the highway to collapse. As a result, all lanes of I-95 are closed in both directions between Woodhaven and Aramingo exits. This closure has had a significant impact on travelers in the area, and alternative travel routes are necessary.




Travel Options

Travelers in the area are encouraged to use SEPTA as an alternative means of travel. SEPTA is adding extra capacity and service to accommodate the increased demand. Additionally, complimentary parking is available at some PPA-operated SEPTA train station lots until further notice.
Residents and travelers are advised to plan their weekday commute accordingly, as delays are expected.




Detour Routes

Detour routes have been provided by Penndot and Philadelphia Police. These routes are subject to change as the response continues, and travelers are encouraged to follow local news and PennDOT's Twitter account or website (pa.gov/i95updates) for updates on detours and closures.




Penndot Detour Routes

I-95 Southbound: Route 63 West (Woodhaven Road), U.S. 1 South, 76 East, 676 East

I-95 Northbound: I-676 West, I-76 West, U.S. 1 North to Route 63 East (Woodhaven Road)

Philadelphia Police Detour and Closure Info along I-95

Philadelphia Police will have the following closures and detours in place if you are traveling on I-95 in the area of the Cottman Avenue exit. Police will be located along the detour route. Local businesses and deliveries will be provided access. Expect delays along the detour and note these are subject to change.




Castor Avenue on-ramp for I-95 northbound: Closed

Aramingo Avenue/I-95 on and off-ramps: On-ramp to I-95 northbound closed; Betsy Ross off-ramp to I-95 northbound closed

Bridge Street ramp: I-95 on-ramp at Bridge Street closed. All traffic on Tacony Street will flow northbound only from Bridge Street to New State Road.

Tacony Street and Tacony-Palmyra Bridge: Tacony Palmyra Bridge traffic onto Tacony Street closed. All traffic continues westbound onto Levick Street.

Cottman Avenue exit and State Road closures: State Road from Cottman Avenue to Longshore Avenue will be one-way, southbound travel only.

Southbound I-95 detour

Exit I-95 southbound at Cottman Avenue.

At the end of the ramp, right on Bleigh Street.

Follow Bleigh to State Road, make a left onto State.

Travel State Road South to Longshore Avenue.

Re-enter I-95 southbound at State Road and Longshore Avenue.

Northbound I-95 detour

Exit I-95 at Aramingo Avenue.

At the end of the ramp, make a left onto Aramingo Avenue.

Follow Aramingo Avenue to Tacony Street. Turn right.

Take Tacony Street northbound around Tacony-Palmyra Bridge loop to New State Road. Continue northbound.

Travel New State Road to Milnor Street and re-enter I-95 northbound.

Impact on Residents

Residents should continue to set their trash and recycling collections out as normal on their regular trash day and at their regular pickup site. However, residents in the northeast area of the city should expect delays in collections. The Streets Department is assessing which areas will be impacted as sanitation trucks will have to be diverted to alternative travel routes. Follow the Streets Department on Twitter for updates.



Conclusion
Travelers are advised to plan ahead, stay informed about updates from local authorities, and exercise caution and patience while traveling in the affected area. For the latest updates on detours and closures, visit govt site.

Stay informed