Penn Valley Road over Martins Creek
GoodBucks County, Pennsylvania · At Lr 778 38H11 · Structure no. 000000000007290
- Built
- 1978
- 47 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected October 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 39 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 6,087
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Penn Valley Road over Martins Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Penn Valley Road over Martins Creek in Bucks County, Pennsylvania. It was built in 1978, so it is 47 years old, younger than the Pennsylvania average of 54.8 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in good condition with a lowest component rating of 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
It carries about 6,087 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,259 by 2032. The structure is 39 ft (11.9 m) long and 31 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).
Location
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Penn Valley Road over Martins Creek built?
It was built in 1978, making it 47 years old in 2025.
What condition is Penn Valley Road over Martins Creek in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in good condition. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. The last reported inspection was in October 2023.
How much traffic does Penn Valley Road over Martins Creek carry?
About 6,087 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is Penn Valley Road over Martins Creek?
The structure is 39 ft (11.9 m) long with a longest span of 18 ft (5.5 m) and a deck 31 ft wide.
Who owns Penn Valley Road over Martins Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.