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|name = Walnut Street Bridge<br />
|crosses = Schuylkill River<br />
|connects = Center City to University City<br />
|opened = 1990 (current)<br />
|type = Steel girder<br />
|owner = City of Philadelphia<br />
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'''Walnut Street Bridge''' is a bridge spanning the Schuylkill River in Philadelphia, carrying Walnut Street between [[Center City]] and [[University City]]. The bridge provides a key connection between downtown Philadelphia and the university campuses to the west.<br />
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== History ==<br />
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The current Walnut Street Bridge opened in 1990, replacing earlier structures. Walnut Street has served as an important east-west corridor since the colonial era, and crossings at this location date back to the 19th century.<ref>{{cite web |url=https://www.philadelphiastreets.com/walnut-street-bridge |title=Walnut Street Bridge |publisher=Philadelphia Streets Department |access-date=December 2025}}</ref><br />
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== Design ==<br />
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The bridge features:<br />
* Steel girder construction<br />
* Four vehicle lanes<br />
* Bicycle facilities<br />
* Pedestrian sidewalks<br />
* Modern utilities infrastructure<br />
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== Location ==<br />
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The Walnut Street Bridge connects:<br />
* Walnut Street in Center City (east)<br />
* 30th Street and University City (west)<br />
* Near 30th Street Station<br />
* Adjacent to Drexel University<br />
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== Significance ==<br />
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The bridge carries heavy traffic between Center City's commercial district and the major institutions of University City, including the University of Pennsylvania, Drexel University, and numerous hospitals. It is a critical link in the city's transportation network.<br />
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== See Also ==<br />
* [[University City]]<br />
* [[30th Street Station]]<br />
* [[Chestnut Street Bridge]]<br />
* [[Market Street Bridge]]<br />
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== References ==<br />
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