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Construction sign posted alongside the river in front of the Market Street Bridge, saying "Warning: bridge construction, use extreme caution when boating in this area"

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Upcoming bridge maintenance along Schuylkill Banks

August 2026

Philadelphia has a long history with its bridges. Over the last two centuries, many different iterations of river crossings have been utilized and...

Grays Ferry Crescent trail sinkhole construction

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Fixed: Grays Ferry Crescent sinkhole

July 2026

A sinkhole was recently discovered on the Grays Ferry Crescent trail section near the 34th Street Bridge. Work is currently underway to excavate the...

In Remembrance of Joe Syrnick

January 2026

It is with profound sadness that we share that our beloved President and CEO, Joe Syrnick, passed away on January 17. Many of you know that Joe was...

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South Street Bulkhead Restoration

October 2025

SRDC has contracted with a marine contractor to repair and strengthen a section of the Schuylkill River bulkhead near the South Street Bridge that...

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SRT Closed Between Race St and JFK Blvd

October 2025

The Schuylkill River Trail (SRT) between Race Street and JFK Boulevard is closed until further notice for emergency repairs. A large sinkhole has...