Chestnut Street Bridge

Chestnut Street Bridge is a crossing over the Schuylkill River that links Center City Philadelphia to neighborhoods on the western side. The structure carries vehicle traffic in multiple lanes and remains a key route through the city.

The original crossing was built in 1866 using cast iron and granite construction methods. Major reconstruction in the 1950s transformed it to accommodate a new expressway system.

The bridge represents a vital transportation artery in Philadelphia's infrastructure network, enabling thousands of daily commuters to traverse between different city sectors.

This crossing is fully operational for vehicle traffic and serves as a reliable route across the river. It is not designed for pedestrian use, so walking is not an option for those wanting to cross on foot.

During the 1950s redesign, one of the western supports was entirely removed and the main sections rebuilt from scratch. This made it an unusual engineering challenge since traffic had to keep moving while major structural changes were underway.

Location: Pennsylvania

GPS coordinates: 39.95306,-75.18111

Latest update: December 14, 2025 13:08