US Bridges

Washington Crossin over Pennsylva Canal/ 3038-K4

FairPosted for load

Bucks County, Pennsylvania · Washington Cross. 32H03 · Structure no. 000000000007052

Built
1932
93 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected January 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel
Length
59 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
5,443
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Washington Crossin over Pennsylva Canal/ 3038-K4 is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Washington Crossin over Pennsylva Canal/ 3038-K4 in Bucks County, Pennsylvania. It was built in 1932, so it is 93 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 5,443 vehicles a day, roughly 2% of them trucks, projected to reach 10,909 by 2032. The structure is 59 ft (18 m) long and 32 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).

CarriesWashington Crossin
CrossesPennsylva Canal/ 3038-K4
LocationWashington Cross. 32H03
RouteState Highway 532
Coordinates40.28991, -74.87714
Functional classUrban Minor 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
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.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJanuary 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load 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 geometry2: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of replacement
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment7: Better than present minimum criteria
Operating rating38 US tons
Inventory rating22 US tons

Structure

MaterialSteel
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1
Design loadH 15
Structure length59 ft (18 m)
Longest span52 ft (15.8 m)
Deck width32 ft (9.8 m)
Roadway width20 ft (6.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic5,443 (2024)
Projected traffic10,909 by 2032
Trucks2%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed5 mi (8 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedReplacement because of substandard load-carrying capacity or roadway geometry
Estimated improvement cost$800,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Washington Crossin over Pennsylva Canal/ 3038-K4 built?

It was built in 1932, making it 93 years old in 2025.

What condition is Washington Crossin over Pennsylva Canal/ 3038-K4 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 2023.

How much traffic does Washington Crossin over Pennsylva Canal/ 3038-K4 carry?

About 5,443 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 2% are trucks.

How long is Washington Crossin over Pennsylva Canal/ 3038-K4?

The structure is 59 ft (18 m) long with a longest span of 52 ft (15.8 m) and a deck 32 ft wide.

Who owns Washington Crossin over Pennsylva Canal/ 3038-K4?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.