US Bridges

Edison Road over Branch of Neshaminy Crk

Fair

Bucks County, Pennsylvania · 1000 SW SR-611 3034-K5 · Structure no. 000000000007596

Built
1921
104 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected June 2024
Type
Tee Beam
Concrete
Length
24 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
400
1979 count
Owner
Town / Township
Town or Township Highway Agency

About this bridge

Edison Road over Branch of Neshaminy Crk is a concrete tee beam carrying Edison Road over Branch of Neshaminy Crk in Bucks County, Pennsylvania. It was built in 1921, so it is 104 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 400 vehicles a day, projected to reach 600 by 2012. The structure is 24 ft (7.3 m) long and 28 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 0.6 mi (1 km).

Location

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CarriesEdison Road
CrossesBranch of Neshaminy Crk
Location1000 SW SR-611 3034-K5
RouteCity Street 0
CountyBucks County
StatePennsylvania
Coordinates40.28142, -75.12762
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
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 protection4 PoorAdvanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionJune 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 alignment4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Operating rating84 US tons
Inventory rating50 US tons

Structure

Structure typeTee Beam
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1
Design loadUnknown
Structure length24 ft (7.3 m)
Longest span21 ft (6.4 m)
Deck width28 ft (8.5 m)
Roadway width25 ft (7.6 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic400 (1979)
Projected traffic600 by 2012
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed0.6 mi (1 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerTown or Township Highway Agency
Maintained byTown or Township 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$54,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Edison Road over Branch of Neshaminy Crk built?

It was built in 1921, making it 104 years old in 2025.

What condition is Edison Road over Branch of Neshaminy Crk 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 June 2024.

How much traffic does Edison Road over Branch of Neshaminy Crk carry?

About 400 vehicles per day (1979 count).

How long is Edison Road over Branch of Neshaminy Crk?

The structure is 24 ft (7.3 m) long with a longest span of 21 ft (6.4 m) and a deck 28 ft wide.

Who owns Edison Road over Branch of Neshaminy Crk?

It is owned by the Town or Township Highway Agency.