PennDOT Will Close I-95 Northbound Lanes on October 15
Bridge demolition work at the Betsy Ross Bridge Interchange will restrict traffic for four hours on Tuesday.
Updated on Oct. 14, 2026 in Construction
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The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation will implement lane closures on northbound Interstate 95 on October 15, 2026. This activity is required to facilitate bridge demolition work at the Betsy Ross Bridge Interchange.
Why it matters
The lane restriction is a critical phase of the $355.3 million I-95/BR3 project designed to widen and reconstruct the highway between Wheatsheaf Lane and Margaret Street. Commuters should prepare for traffic delays while this infrastructure improvement progresses.
The I-95/BR3 project carries a total cost of $355.3 million to reconstruct the highway corridor. Crews will enforce lane restrictions for a duration of 4 hours to complete the scheduled bridge demolition.
The players
PennDOT
The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation is the state agency responsible for overseeing highway maintenance and infrastructure improvement projects.
The details
PennDOT will restrict northbound traffic at the Betsy Ross Bridge Interchange as part of the broader effort to widen and reconstruct the interstate. The project boundaries for these improvements extend from Wheatsheaf Lane to north of Margaret Street, with all scheduled work remaining dependent on favorable weather conditions.
Timeline
October 15, 2026: I-95 lane closure for bridge demolition.
9:30 AM-1:30 PM: Duration of the scheduled lane restrictions.
Market Landscape
This demolition is part of the I-95/BR3 project to widen and reconstruct I-95. The work follows the established long-term infrastructure improvement strategy for the Northeast Philadelphia corridor.
Motorists traveling through the Betsy Ross Bridge Interchange area should anticipate significant backups and delays during the morning hours. Drivers are advised to plan for longer commute times or seek alternative routes to avoid the construction zone.
The takeaway
Reliable project updates help commuters mitigate the impact of major highway construction on their daily schedules. Staying informed about scheduled closures allows drivers to plan their routes more effectively during active road work.
Further reading
For more information on regional highway maintenance, visit the Construction section.
More information
Check for real-time updates via MyChesCo traffic and highway closure updates.
Source note: This article includes information reported by MyChesCo.
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