Old Rt. 13 over Otter Creek
PoorBucks County, Pennsylvania · Bristol Adc 3375-A5 · Structure no. 000000000044368
- Built
- 1920
- 105 years old
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected March 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Masonry
- Length
- 72 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 7,200
- 2009 count
- Owner
- Railroad
- Railroad
About this bridge
Old Rt. 13 over Otter Creek is a masonry culvert carrying Old Rt. 13 over Otter Creek in Bucks County, Pennsylvania. It was built in 1920, so it is 105 years old, older than the Pennsylvania average of 54.8 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in poor condition with a lowest component rating of 4 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.
It carries about 7,200 vehicles a day, roughly 2% of them trucks, projected to reach 9,022 by 2032. The structure is 72 ft (21.9 m) long.
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
| Culvert | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Old Rt. 13 over Otter Creek built?
It was built in 1920, making it 105 years old in 2025.
What condition is Old Rt. 13 over Otter Creek in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in poor condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. The last reported inspection was in March 2023.
How much traffic does Old Rt. 13 over Otter Creek carry?
About 7,200 vehicles per day (2009 count), of which roughly 2% are trucks.
How long is Old Rt. 13 over Otter Creek?
The structure is 72 ft (21.9 m) long with a longest span of 20 ft (6.1 m).
Who owns Old Rt. 13 over Otter Creek?
It is owned by the Railroad.