US Bridges

Dublin Pike over North Br.Neshaminy Creek

Fair

Bucks County, Pennsylvania · Fountainville 22G05 · Structure no. 000000000006985

Built
1920
105 years old, rebuilt 1941
Condition
Fair
inspected May 2024
Type
Arch - Deck
Concrete
Length
55 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
18,709
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Dublin Pike over North Br.Neshaminy Creek is a concrete arch - deck carrying Dublin Pike over North Br.Neshaminy Creek in Bucks County, Pennsylvania. It was built in 1920 and reconstructed in 1941, so it is 105 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 18,709 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 22,673 by 2032. The structure is 55 ft (16.8 m) long and 42 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 9.9 mi (16 km).

Location

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CarriesDublin Pike
CrossesNorth Br.Neshaminy Creek
LocationFountainville 22G05
RouteState Highway 313
CountyBucks County
StatePennsylvania
Coordinates40.34759, -75.16166
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
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.
Channel and channel protection4 PoorAdvanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionMay 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; action required to protect exposed foundations
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating70 US tons
Inventory rating42 US tons

Structure

Structure typeArch - Deck
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans1
Design loadH 20
Structure length55 ft (16.8 m)
Longest span55 ft (16.8 m)
Deck width42 ft (12.8 m)
Roadway width38 ft (11.6 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic18,709 (2023)
Projected traffic22,673 by 2032
Trucks7%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed9.9 mi (16 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

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—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Dublin Pike over North Br.Neshaminy Creek built?

It was built in 1920, making it 105 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1941.

What condition is Dublin Pike over North Br.Neshaminy Creek 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 May 2024.

How much traffic does Dublin Pike over North Br.Neshaminy Creek carry?

About 18,709 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.

How long is Dublin Pike over North Br.Neshaminy Creek?

The structure is 55 ft (16.8 m) long with a longest span of 55 ft (16.8 m) and a deck 42 ft wide.

Who owns Dublin Pike over North Br.Neshaminy Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.