US-1 (nb) over East Br. Big Elk Creek
FairChester County, Pennsylvania · Near Forestville 44H08 · Structure no. 000000000009893
- Built
- 1967
- 58 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected July 2023
- Type
- Box Beam or Girders - Multiple
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 42 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 11,436
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US-1 (nb) over East Br. Big Elk Creek is a prestressed concrete box beam or girders - multiple carrying US-1 (nb) over East Br. Big Elk Creek in Chester 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 11,436 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 11,231 by 2032. The structure is 42 ft (12.8 m) long and 41 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
Location
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US-1 (nb) over East Br. Big Elk Creek built?
It was built in 1967, making it 58 years old in 2025.
What condition is US-1 (nb) over East Br. Big Elk 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 July 2023.
How much traffic does US-1 (nb) over East Br. Big Elk Creek carry?
About 11,436 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.
How long is US-1 (nb) over East Br. Big Elk Creek?
The structure is 42 ft (12.8 m) long with a longest span of 42 ft (12.8 m) and a deck 41 ft wide.
Who owns US-1 (nb) over East Br. Big Elk Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.