US Bridges

Broad STREET(T350) over Doylestown Bypass

Fair

Bucks County, Pennsylvania · N.End Doylestown 22J10 · Structure no. 000000000007068

Built
1973
52 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected February 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
228 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
5,148
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Broad STREET(T350) over Doylestown Bypass is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Broad STREET(T350) over Doylestown Bypass in Bucks County, Pennsylvania. It was built in 1973, so it is 52 years old, younger 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 5,148 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 9,265 by 2032. The structure is 228 ft (69.5 m) long and 52 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

CarriesBroad STREET(T350)
CrossesDoylestown Bypass
LocationN.End Doylestown 22J10
RouteState Highway 0
Coordinates40.32127, -75.14254
Functional classUrban Local

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.
Superstructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Substructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionFebruary 2023
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 geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment7: Better than present minimum criteria
Operating rating75.9 US tons
Inventory rating35.1 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans4
Design loadHS 20
Structure length228 ft (69.5 m)
Longest span81 ft (24.7 m)
Deck width52 ft (15.9 m)
Roadway width44 ft (13.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic5,148 (2024)
Projected traffic9,265 by 2032
Trucks8%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed3.1 mi (5 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 proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$386,000
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was Broad STREET(T350) over Doylestown Bypass built?

It was built in 1973, making it 52 years old in 2025.

What condition is Broad STREET(T350) over Doylestown Bypass 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 February 2023.

How much traffic does Broad STREET(T350) over Doylestown Bypass carry?

About 5,148 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.

How long is Broad STREET(T350) over Doylestown Bypass?

The structure is 228 ft (69.5 m) long with a longest span of 81 ft (24.7 m) and a deck 52 ft wide.

Who owns Broad STREET(T350) over Doylestown Bypass?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.