Penrose Avenue Bridge
Penrose Avenue Bridge is a major bridge spanning the Schuylkill River in Philadelphia, carrying Penrose Avenue between South Philadelphia and Southwest Philadelphia. The bridge is a critical component of the city's southern transportation network, providing access to Philadelphia International Airport.
History
[edit | edit source]The Penrose Avenue Bridge was constructed in 1951 as part of post-World War II infrastructure development in Philadelphia. It was designed to accommodate heavy traffic volumes and provide improved access to the airport and industrial areas of Southwest Philadelphia.[1]
Design
[edit | edit source]The bridge features:
- Steel truss construction
- Six vehicle lanes
- Wide roadway for commercial traffic
- Connection to I-76 and I-95
- Industrial-grade load capacity
Location
[edit | edit source]The Penrose Avenue Bridge connects:
- Penrose Avenue in South Philadelphia (east)
- Penrose Avenue leading to the airport (west)
- Near the sports complex area
- Access to Philadelphia International Airport
Transportation
[edit | edit source]The bridge carries:
- Heavy vehicle traffic to/from the airport
- Commercial and freight trucks
- Access to stadium complex
- Connection to interstate highways
Significance
[edit | edit source]The Penrose Avenue Bridge is one of the most heavily trafficked bridges in Philadelphia due to its role in providing access to Philadelphia International Airport. It handles significant commercial traffic serving the airport's cargo operations and the industrial areas of Southwest Philadelphia.
See Also
[edit | edit source]References
[edit | edit source]- ↑ "Penrose Avenue Bridge". City of Philadelphia. Retrieved December 2025