Project News, Events & Updates
This page will continue to be updated with any project news, updates or events that may be beneficial for the Penn community to be aware of during the South Street Bridge construction project.
- 03/03/2009 - University of Pennsylvania Health System installs two traffic cams .
UPHS has installed two traffic cams to help motorists view traffic conditions at areas of Civic Center Blvd (looking toward University Ave) and 33rd & Market Streets. These cameras provide an aerial view of the streets and refresh every five minutes.
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- 11/28/08 - City Press Release: Reconstruction of South Street Bridge to Begin December 8th.
Streets Commissioner Clarena Tolson announced today that the demolition and reconstruction of the South Street Bridge will begin on December 8, 2008. The $67 million project has been awarded to Driscoll Construction Company. The existing South St. Bridge will be completely demolished. The entire project is expected to take up to 24 months to complete.
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- 11/10/08 - Mayor Michael Nutter Announces Reconstruction of South Street Bridge to Begin December 2008
Mayor Michael A. Nutter announced today that the contract for the reconstruction of the South Street Bridge has been awarded to Driscoll Construction Company in the amount of $67 million. The project will be financed with 80% Federal, 15% State and 5% City funds and will commence in December 2008.
Read Full Press Release Here
- 10/08/08 - KYW - Penn Holds Fair for Commuters Who Use South St. Bridge
The University of Pennsylvania is trying to spread the word to students and employees that they'll have to map out alternate routes before the South Street bridge closes this fall.
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- 10/08/08 - DP Article - Detouring an alternate route to U. City
"Commuter fair offers advice to those who will need to avoid the S. Street Bridge"
The hippest street in town will soon be a little shorter. The South Street Bridge, which connects the University to Center City and the Schuylkill Expressway, is slated to close in early December, Penn officials hosting a Commuter Fair said yesterday...
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- 09/26/2008 - Attend Penn’s Commuter Fair Oct 7th & 8th
Need help finding a better way to commute to campus? Come to Penn’s Commuter Fair and learn about:- commuting options to campus.
- Public transportation
- Biking and bike safety
- Car and van pooling
- Car Sharing
- Information on South Street Bridge closure
Penn Partners for a Greener Campus from SEPTA, PATCO and New Jersey Transit will be on hand to help you plan your route. Meet with representatives from Penn Parking and Transportation to learn about discounts for employees who use mass transit. Raffle Prizes to be given!
- 08/08/08 - Learn about Penn's flexible work options on 08/21 & 09/10.
Human Resources is pleased to offer an ADDITIONAL information session on Flexible Work Options in August and September!
To learn more, visit the Human Resources website at http://www.hr.upenn.edu - 07/15/08 - South Street Bridge to Close for Reconstruction Fall 2008
The City of Philadelphia has announced that the South Street Bridge is to be closed this fall in order to demolish and rebuild the failing structure. The City anticipates that this project will last up to 24 months.
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