US Bridges

Edgley-Woodbourne over Black Ditch Creek

Fair

Bucks County, Pennsylvania · 1MI.N.BRISTOL Rd. 43D04 · Structure no. 000000000007239

Built
1953
72 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected May 2024
Type
Tee Beam
Concrete
Length
49 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
7,372
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Edgley-Woodbourne over Black Ditch Creek is a concrete tee beam carrying Edgley-Woodbourne over Black Ditch Creek in Bucks County, Pennsylvania. It was built in 1953, so it is 72 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 7,372 vehicles a day, roughly 13% of them trucks, projected to reach 10,288 by 2032. The structure is 49 ft (14.9 m) long and 53 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.8 mi (11 km).

Location

Open in Google Maps
CarriesEdgley-Woodbourne
CrossesBlack Ditch Creek
Location1MI.N.BRISTOL Rd. 43D04
RouteState Highway 0
CountyBucks County
StatePennsylvania
Coordinates40.13867, -74.84234
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
Deck6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
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
ScourScour critical; foundations unstable for calculated scour conditions
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 rating63.1 US tons
Inventory rating38 US tons

Structure

Structure typeTee Beam
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length49 ft (14.9 m)
Longest span24 ft (7.3 m)
Deck width53 ft (16.3 m)
Roadway width42 ft (12.8 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic7,372 (2023)
Projected traffic10,288 by 2032
Trucks13%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed6.8 mi (11 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—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Edgley-Woodbourne over Black Ditch Creek built?

It was built in 1953, making it 72 years old in 2025.

What condition is Edgley-Woodbourne over Black Ditch 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 Edgley-Woodbourne over Black Ditch Creek carry?

About 7,372 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 13% are trucks.

How long is Edgley-Woodbourne over Black Ditch Creek?

The structure is 49 ft (14.9 m) long with a longest span of 24 ft (7.3 m) and a deck 53 ft wide.

Who owns Edgley-Woodbourne over Black Ditch Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.