Commodore Barry Bridge

The Commodore Barry Bridge stretches over the Delaware River with a length of 4240 meters and features a main span of 501 meters.

The bridge opened on February 1, 1974, replacing the Chester-Bridgeport Ferry service that had operated since 1930 as the sole river crossing method.

Named after Revolutionary War hero John Barry, this bridge stands as a central infrastructure element connecting Pennsylvania communities with southern New Jersey.

Vehicles entering Pennsylvania pay a toll of 6 dollars, while trucks and commercial vehicles are charged 9 dollars per axle at the payment stations.

A fire at Wade Dump recycling facility beneath the bridge in 1978 forced its closure and affected 43 firefighters with long-term health issues.

Location: Chester

Inception: February 1, 1974

Architects: William Arrol

Height: 60 m

Length: 4,240.38 m

Longest Span: 501.9 m

Made from material: steel

GPS coordinates: 39.82556,-75.36833

Latest update: September 23, 2025 16:45