PHILADELPHIA – The Philadelphia Streets Department will institute temporary street closures in Center City starting this evening, to accommodate the erection of a temporary crane and delivery of heavy mechanical equipment, Streets Commissioner Carlton Williams announced today. The following temporary, full-closures are scheduled to be in effect starting tonight, Friday, at approximately 10:00 pm until Monday, 5:00 am:

• Broad St. between Pine St. and Locust St.
• Spruce St. between 13th St. and 15th St.

Detour information:

Broad Street closure northbound detour:
• East on Pine Street
• North on 13th Street
• West on Walnut Street

Broad Street closure southbound detour:
• East on Locust Street
• South on 12th Street
• East on Pine Street

Spruce Street closure detour (Access maintained to local residents at all times):
• North on 13th Street
• West on Walnut Street
• South on 15th Street

Police assistance will be on hand to ensure the safety of motorists, pedestrians, and work crews for the duration of all closures. Access for emergency vehicles will be maintained.

The Streets Department will make every effort to minimize the inconvenience to all affected. We thank citizens in advance for their patience and cooperation during this closure.