Chestnut Street Fully Closing This Weekend In West Philly

PHILADELPHIA — A portion of Chestnut Street in West Philadelphia is fully closing this weekend for SEPTA work, according to PennDOT.

SEPTA is planning to close Chestnut Street in both directions between 39th Street and 41st Street in Philadelphia, from 7 a.m. Friday to 6 p.m. Monday.

The closure will accommodate rail crossing replacement.

During the 24-hour closure, eastbound Chestnut Street motorists will be directed to use 42nd Street, Market Street, and 38th Street/U.S. 13.

Southbound motorists will be directed to use 38th Street/U.S. 13, Spruce Street, and 40th Street. Local access will be maintained up to the construction zone.

Motorists are advised to allow extra time when traveling near the work area because backups and delays will occur.

All scheduled activities are weather dependent.