Cargo Ship Strike Closes Tacony-Palmyra Bridge

The Tacony-Palmyra Bridge was closed to traffic on November 12 after a cargo ship struck it as the bridge was open to let vessels pass. The bridge connects Philadelphia with Burlington County, New Jersey.

The Coast Guard said the vessel hit the bridge at about 1:15 p.m. Officials began an investigation in Palmyra at around 3 p.m. Crews remained at the scene to assess the structure and determine what repairs may be needed.

A Burlington County spokesperson said no one was injured. The bridge will remain closed to cars and pedestrians while crews evaluate the damage. Commuters were urged to use alternate routes; officials gave no estimate for when the bridge would reopen.