Schuylkill Expressway Bridge

The Schuylkill Expressway Bridge is a road bridge carrying traffic across the Schuylkill River in Philadelphia with a steel and concrete structure. It features four lanes accommodating traffic flow between West Philadelphia and the Grays Ferry area.

The structure was completed in 1956 as the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation expanded the interstate highway system through the city. This was part of a broader effort to modernize transportation connections across Philadelphia during the mid-20th century.

The bridge connects residential areas and serves as a daily passage for thousands of commuters moving between neighborhoods. It shapes how people experience movement through the city and reflects the practical needs of urban living.

The bridge carries heavy traffic daily and provides a main route through the city for vehicles traveling between these neighborhoods. Travel is smoothest during off-peak hours when congestion is lighter.

The bridge received a distinctive blue paint during its 2010 reconstruction, making it visibly stand out from the surrounding landscape. This color choice helps the structure serve as a recognizable landmark when viewed from along the river.

Location: Pennsylvania

Official opening: 1956

GPS coordinates: 39.94180,-75.19420

Latest update: December 14, 2025 14:23