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PennDOT Reopens Commercial Street Bridge Early, $2M Bonus at Stake

7/27/2026

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PennDOT confirmed the Parkway East Commercial Street Bridge will reopen on Monday, July 27.
Workers slid the 22-million-pound bridge into place on July 20 after demolishing the old structure, enabling the early reopening.
Contractors stand to earn a $2 million bonus if the bridge opens before 12:01 a.m. on July 28, ahead of the Aug. 3 deadline.
PennDOT Secretary Mike Carroll said crews worked 24 hours a day and weather helped the early finish.

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PennDOT confirmed the Parkway East Commercial Street Bridge will reopen on Monday, July 27.
Workers slid the 22-million-pound bridge into place on July 20 after demolishing the old structure, enabling the early reopening.
Contractors stand to earn a $2 million bonus if the bridge opens before 12:01 a.m. on July 28, ahead of the Aug. 3 deadline.
PennDOT Secretary Mike Carroll said crews worked 24 hours a day and weather helped the early finish.