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    DISTRICT 6 PROJECTS - Philadelphia County

    ​Broad Street Safety Improvements

    Project Overview

    County: Philadelphia
    Municipality: City of Philadelphia
    State Route: Route 611
    Local Name: Broad Street
    Project Type: Safety Improvement
    Last Updated: December 2025

    The Broad Street Safety Improvements Project in the City and County of Philadelphia includes safety improvements along Broad Street (Route 611) from Allegheny Avenue to Hunting Park Avenue. The proposed Project elements include the addition of raised concrete islands to provide improved safety for pedestrians and the removal of two-way left turn lanes. Additionally, the construction of ADA ramps will be included at each raised concrete median where pedestrian access is provided, lane separator curbs will be installed, and new pavement markings at all crosswalks will be applied. 

    Construction is anticipated to be conducted under short-term lane closures. Local access to properties will be maintained throughout construction.

    Rendering

    Contact Information

    Christopher Isaacson
    Project Manager
    chisaacson@pa.gov​

    Accessibility

    The project documents can be made available in alternative languages or formats if requested. If you need translation or interpretation services, have special needs, or have concerns that require individual attention, please contact the Project Manager listed above.

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