US Bridges

Bancroft RD (T454) over US-1 By-Pass

Fair

Chester County, Pennsylvania · .9 Mi. N. SR 3046 46K3 · Structure no. 000000000009910

Built
1965
60 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected March 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
135 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
1,507
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Bancroft RD (T454) over US-1 By-Pass is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Bancroft RD (T454) over US-1 By-Pass in Chester County, Pennsylvania. It was built in 1965, so it is 60 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 1,507 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,093 by 2032. The structure is 135 ft (41.1 m) long and 33 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

Location

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CarriesBancroft RD (T454)
CrossesUS-1 By-Pass
Location.9 Mi. N. SR 3046 46K3
RouteState Highway 0
CountyChester County
StatePennsylvania
Coordinates39.85032, -75.75101
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.
Last inspectionMarch 2024
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 geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating69 US tons
Inventory rating33 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length135 ft (41.1 m)
Longest span66 ft (20.1 m)
Deck width33 ft (10.2 m)
Roadway width28 ft (8.5 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,507 (2024)
Projected traffic1,093 by 2032
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed3.1 mi (5 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$161,000
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was Bancroft RD (T454) over US-1 By-Pass built?

It was built in 1965, making it 60 years old in 2025.

What condition is Bancroft RD (T454) over US-1 By-Pass 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 March 2024.

How much traffic does Bancroft RD (T454) over US-1 By-Pass carry?

About 1,507 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is Bancroft RD (T454) over US-1 By-Pass?

The structure is 135 ft (41.1 m) long with a longest span of 66 ft (20.1 m) and a deck 33 ft wide.

Who owns Bancroft RD (T454) over US-1 By-Pass?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.