US Bridges

Interstate 95 (nb) over Bristol Pike

Fair

Bucks County, Pennsylvania · 1MI.N.EDDINGTON 42B12 · Structure no. 000000000006843

Built
1964
61 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected January 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel
Length
278 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
46,995
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Interstate 95 (nb) over Bristol Pike is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Interstate 95 (nb) over Bristol Pike in Bucks County, Pennsylvania. It was built in 1964, so it is 61 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.

It carries about 46,995 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 48,073 by 2032. The structure is 278 ft (84.7 m) long and 50 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

Location

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CarriesInterstate 95 (nb)
CrossesBristol Pike
Location1MI.N.EDDINGTON 42B12
RouteInterstate 95
CountyBucks County
StatePennsylvania
Coordinates40.0924, -74.91997
Functional classUrban Principal Arterial - Interstate

Condition and inspection

Fair

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Superstructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Substructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionJanuary 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating84 US tons
Inventory rating50 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1 (+2 approach)
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length278 ft (84.7 m)
Longest span133 ft (40.5 m)
Deck width50 ft (15.1 m)
Roadway width44 ft (13.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic46,995 (2024)
Projected traffic48,073 by 2032
Trucks8%
Lanes on structure3
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkInterstate STRAHNET route

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$893,000
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was Interstate 95 (nb) over Bristol Pike built?

It was built in 1964, making it 61 years old in 2025.

What condition is Interstate 95 (nb) over Bristol Pike 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 January 2024.

How much traffic does Interstate 95 (nb) over Bristol Pike carry?

About 46,995 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.

How long is Interstate 95 (nb) over Bristol Pike?

The structure is 278 ft (84.7 m) long with a longest span of 133 ft (40.5 m) and a deck 50 ft wide.

Who owns Interstate 95 (nb) over Bristol Pike?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.