US Bridges

CO Rt 413 over Delaware River

FairPosted for load

Armstrong County, Pennsylvania · 0.8 MI Nnw JCT US Rt 130 · Structure no. 000000000007590

Built
1931
94 years old, rebuilt 1996
Condition
Fair
inspected July 2024
Type
Movable - Lift
Steel
Length
2,301 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
26,315
2007 count
Owner
Toll Authority
Local Toll Authority

About this bridge

CO Rt 413 over Delaware River is a steel movable - lift carrying CO Rt 413 over Delaware River in Armstrong County, Pennsylvania. It was built in 1931 and reconstructed in 1996, so it is 94 years old, older than the Pennsylvania average of 54.8 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 5 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.

It carries about 26,315 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 40,000 by 2025. The structure is 2,301 ft (701.3 m) long and 25 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.7 mi (14 km).

CarriesCO Rt 413
CrossesDelaware River
Location0.8 MI Nnw JCT US Rt 130
RouteCounty Highway 413
Coordinates40.08167, -74.87
Functional classUrban Other Principal Arterial

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Superstructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJuly 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour within limits of footing or piles
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry2: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of replacement
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating40.2 US tons
Inventory rating39.9 US tons

Structure

Structure typeMovable - Lift
MaterialSteel
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3 (+23 approach)
Design loadUnknown
Structure length2,301 ft (701.3 m)
Longest span540 ft (164.6 m)
Deck width25 ft (7.6 m)
Roadway width20 ft (6.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deck16 ft (4.9 m)

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic26,315 (2007)
Projected traffic40,000 by 2025
Trucks4%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway and waterway
Detour if closed8.7 mi (14 km)
TollToll bridge
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerLocal Toll Authority
Maintained byLocal Toll Authority
Historic statusEligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$3.8 million
NavigationNavigation control on waterway (bridge permit required)

Frequently asked questions

When was CO Rt 413 over Delaware River built?

It was built in 1931, making it 94 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1996.

What condition is CO Rt 413 over Delaware River in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in July 2024.

How much traffic does CO Rt 413 over Delaware River carry?

About 26,315 vehicles per day (2007 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.

How long is CO Rt 413 over Delaware River?

The structure is 2,301 ft (701.3 m) long with a longest span of 540 ft (164.6 m) and a deck 25 ft wide.

Who owns CO Rt 413 over Delaware River?

It is owned by the Local Toll Authority.