Unprecedented Investment in Our Future
The Authority currently has $804.8 million in on-going capital projects in order to maintain, improve and upgrade our four bridges and PATCO transit line.
| Five-Year Capital Program Summary | ||||||
| 2026 | 2027 | 2028 | 2029 | 2030 | TOTAL | |
| Benjamin Franklin Bridge | $5,900,000 | $32,175,000 | $40,800,000 | $27,700,000 | $27,000,000 | $133,575,000 |
| Walt Whitman Bridge | $12,436,000 | $10,400,000 | $30,300,000 | $57,850,000 | $74,000,000 | $184,986,000 |
| Commodore Barry Bridge | $92,625,000 | $59,250,000 | $31,350,000 | $650,000 | $650,000 | $184,525,000 |
| Betsy Ross Bridge | $26,225,000 | $10,650,000 | $2,250,000 | $4,000,000 | $4,000,000 | $47,125,000 |
| Multi-Bridges or All Facilities | $16,700,000 | $10,050,000 | $8,750,000 | $14,500,000 | $13,500,000 | $63,500,000 |
| Facility Security | $475,000 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $475,000 |
| DRPA Other | $1,848,000 | $3,155,000 | $3,105,000 | $1,565,000 | $25,000 | $9,698,000 |
| PATCO | $20,110,000 | $26,120,000 | $28,565,000 | $40,340,000 | $28,765,000 | $143,900,000 |
| Technology | $9,900,000 | $13,050,000 | $7,250,000 | $2,250,000 | $1,750,000 | $34,200,000 |
| Schedule V | $2,898,000 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $2,898,000 |
| Total Capital Program: | $189,117,000 | $164,850,000 | $152,370,000 | $148,855,000 | $149,690,000 | $804,882,000 |
Featured Projects
Commodore Barry Bridge Painting & Rehabilitation
$220.0M | Currently in progress
This project focuses on preserving and enhancing the bridges steel components and more.
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Commodore Barry Bridge Weld Investigation & Remediation
$12.8M | Currently in progress
A proactive initiative to assess & strengthen the bridge, ensuring its long-term safety & reliability for generations to come.
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PATCO VIADUCT
SUBSTRUCTURE PRESERVATION
$8.7M | Currently in progress
A proactive initiative to improve and protect PATCO viaducts and will extend the useful life of this infrastructure.
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Ben Franklin Bridge Masonry Rehabilitation
Currently in progress
Project rehabilitates the century-old masonry components of the Ben Franklin Bridge, an iconic historic landmark.
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PATCO PLATFORM AND
HEADHOUSE UPGRADES
$22.8M | Currently in progress
A project to upgrade Woodcrest & Collingswood Stations to enhance safety, accessibility, & rider experience.
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PATCO FARE
COLLECTION ENHANCEMENT
$16.9M | Currently in progress
This project will allow riders to use the convenience of mobile devices & contactless credit cards at fare gates.
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TOLLING TECHNOLOGY SYSTEM UPGRADE
$51.5M | Currently in progress
An upgrade to the latest tolling system with cutting-edge technology in the industry.
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PATCO LINDENWOLD
CONTROL CENTER
$19.4M | Currently in progress
This project involves the construction of a state-of-the-art control center for PATCO.
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BETSY ROSS BRIDGE PAINTING
& STRUCTURAL REPAIRS
$93.0M | Currently in progress
A multi-year project to install a new protective coating system to extend the life of the bridge for years to come.
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Completed Projects
FRANKLIN SQUARE STATION REOPENING
$29.3M | Completed
Project allows the PATCO station to become fully functional and in-line with the existing stations.
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Ben Franklin Bridge Suspension Span & Anchorage Rehabilitation
$216.9M | Completed
A project to dehumidificate the main suspension cables, steel repairs, rehabilitation of the walkways and more.
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SOLAR ENERGY
GENERATION
$0 | Completed
More than 50% of the total electricity consumption for DRPA and PATCO will be provided through solar energy.
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Walt Whitman Bridge Corridor Rehabilitation at I-76
$74.0M | Completed
A project to rehabilitate nearly two miles of I-76 before the bridge in South Philly.
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WALT WHITMAN BRIDGE PAINTING
$73.4M | Completed
A project to blast clean and paint the towers, suspension spans and more.
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WALT WHITMAN BRIDGE MAIN CABLE INVESTIGATION AND DEHUMIDIFICATION
$9.7M | Completed
Investigation of the interior conditions of the main suspension cables, design a dehumidification system, and load rating analyses for the suspended spans.
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COMMODORE BARRY BRIDGE STRUCTURAL REHABILITATION
$19.3M | Completed
Rehabilitation of the Commodore Barry Bridge substructures to extend their useful life.
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PATCO Station Enhancements
$6.0M | Completed
A project to enhance and improve PATCO's Lindenwold, Woodcrest and Ferry Avenue stations.
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PATCO Elevator Installations
$37.8M | Completed
A multi-phase project to install elevators in all PATCO stations.
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WALKWAY BIKE & PEDESTRIAN RAMP
$10.5M | Completed
A project to improve accessibility and a better transportation experience for pedestrians & cyclists.
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BEN FRANKLIN BRIDGE
TRACK Rehabilitation
$103M | Completed
A project to replace the entire PATCO track system on the bridge.
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LINDENWOLD YARD REHAB
$45.4M | Completed
The project will upgrade the condition of approximately 25,000 linear feet of track, 49 switches and more.
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PATCO Woodcrest Station
Parking Lot Rehabilitation
$6.1M | Completed
A seven phase project to completely rehabilitate a 25-acre parking lot at Woodcrest Station.
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5TH STREET pedestrian & vehicular TUNNEL MURALS
$119K | Completed
Using art to craft a better transportation experience for pedestrians, cyclists, and motorists alike.
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