West Chester Bypas over Branch Chester Creek
FairChester County, Pennsylvania · Near West Chester 32E12 · Structure no. 000000000010091
- Built
- 1954
- 71 years old, rebuilt 1967
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected January 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 23 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 42,575
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
West Chester Bypas over Branch Chester Creek is a concrete culvert carrying West Chester Bypas over Branch Chester Creek in Chester County, Pennsylvania. It was built in 1954 and reconstructed in 1967, so it is 71 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 42,575 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 53,850 by 2035. The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Culvert | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
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Frequently asked questions
When was West Chester Bypas over Branch Chester Creek built?
It was built in 1954, making it 71 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1967.
What condition is West Chester Bypas over Branch Chester 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 January 2024.
How much traffic does West Chester Bypas over Branch Chester Creek carry?
About 42,575 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.
How long is West Chester Bypas over Branch Chester Creek?
The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long with a longest span of 23 ft (7 m).
Who owns West Chester Bypas over Branch Chester Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.