US Bridges

Route 30 By-Pass over First Avenue North

Fair

Chester County, Pennsylvania · North Coatesville 28K2 · Structure no. 000000000009968

Built
1961
64 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected August 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel Continuous
Length
137 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
41,065
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Route 30 By-Pass over First Avenue North is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Route 30 By-Pass over First Avenue North in Chester County, Pennsylvania. It was built in 1961, so it is 64 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 41,065 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 47,659 by 2032. The structure is 137 ft (41.8 m) long and 78 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

Location

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CarriesRoute 30 By-Pass
CrossesFirst Avenue North
LocationNorth Coatesville 28K2
RouteU.S. Route 30
CountyChester County
StatePennsylvania
Coordinates40.00105, -75.82159
Functional classUrban Principal Arterial - Other Freeway or Expressway

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 inspectionAugust 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 geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating70 US tons
Inventory rating42 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length137 ft (41.8 m)
Longest span71 ft (21.6 m)
Deck width78 ft (23.9 m)
Roadway width70 ft (21.3 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic41,065 (2024)
Projected traffic47,659 by 2032
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed3.7 mi (6 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

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$1.6 million
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was Route 30 By-Pass over First Avenue North built?

It was built in 1961, making it 64 years old in 2025.

What condition is Route 30 By-Pass over First Avenue North 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 August 2024.

How much traffic does Route 30 By-Pass over First Avenue North carry?

About 41,065 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is Route 30 By-Pass over First Avenue North?

The structure is 137 ft (41.8 m) long with a longest span of 71 ft (21.6 m) and a deck 78 ft wide.

Who owns Route 30 By-Pass over First Avenue North?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.