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Streets Department Announces Temporary Lincoln Drive Closure to Conduct Planned Maintenance Work

Streets Department Announces Temporary Lincoln Drive Closure to Conduct Planned Maintenance Work

For immediate release: December 05, 2025Published by: Department of Streets Contact: Streets Department streets@phila.gov

PHILADELPHIA – The Streets Department announces the full closure of Lincoln Drive between Ridge Avenue and Wissahickon Avenue on Saturday December 5, 2025, from 7 a.m. to 3 p.m.

The temporary closure will allow City crews to safely complete repairs to delineators, drainage inlets, streetlights, and other infrastructure in addition to cleaning and street sweeping. This work is scheduled for weekend hours in order to expedite repairs, minimize disruption to motorists, and provide a safe work environment.

The Streets Department asks everyone to help keep work zones safe by slowing down, paying closer attention, and following all detours and directions when traveling near roadwork.

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