US Bridges

Bethlehem Pk over Pa 309 Bypass 2920B10

Fair

Bucks County, Pennsylvania · 3.5MI.S.SELLERSVIL.20F11 · Structure no. 000000000007456

Built
1967
58 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected December 2022
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
97 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
9,731
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Bethlehem Pk over Pa 309 Bypass 2920B10 is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Bethlehem Pk over Pa 309 Bypass 2920B10 in Bucks County, Pennsylvania. It was built in 1967, so it is 58 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 6 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 9,731 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 12,742 by 2032. The structure is 97 ft (29.6 m) long and 73 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

Location

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CarriesBethlehem Pk
CrossesPa 309 Bypass 2920B10
Location3.5MI.S.SELLERSVIL.20F11
RouteState Highway 0
CountyBucks County
StatePennsylvania
Coordinates40.31495, -75.30385
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
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionDecember 2022
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 geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment7: Better than present minimum criteria
Operating rating79 US tons
Inventory rating25 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20
Structure length97 ft (29.6 m)
Longest span93 ft (28.3 m)
Deck width73 ft (22.4 m)
Roadway width68 ft (20.7 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic9,731 (2024)
Projected traffic12,742 by 2032
Trucks6%
Lanes on structure3
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed3.7 mi (6 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$510,000
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was Bethlehem Pk over Pa 309 Bypass 2920B10 built?

It was built in 1967, making it 58 years old in 2025.

What condition is Bethlehem Pk over Pa 309 Bypass 2920B10 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 December 2022.

How much traffic does Bethlehem Pk over Pa 309 Bypass 2920B10 carry?

About 9,731 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.

How long is Bethlehem Pk over Pa 309 Bypass 2920B10?

The structure is 97 ft (29.6 m) long with a longest span of 93 ft (28.3 m) and a deck 73 ft wide.

Who owns Bethlehem Pk over Pa 309 Bypass 2920B10?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.