West Chester Bypas over Bolmar Street (T-349)
FairChester County, Pennsylvania · Near West Chester 32E12 · Structure no. 000000000010093
- Built
- 1954
- 71 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected July 2024
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Concrete
- Length
- 35 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 42,575
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
West Chester Bypas over Bolmar Street (T-349) is a concrete tee beam carrying West Chester Bypas over Bolmar Street (T-349) in Chester County, Pennsylvania. It was built in 1954, 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 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 42,575 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 53,850 by 2032. The structure is 35 ft (10.7 m) long and 71 ft wide. 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was West Chester Bypas over Bolmar Street (T-349) built?
It was built in 1954, making it 71 years old in 2025.
What condition is West Chester Bypas over Bolmar Street (T-349) 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 2024.
How much traffic does West Chester Bypas over Bolmar Street (T-349) carry?
About 42,575 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.
How long is West Chester Bypas over Bolmar Street (T-349)?
The structure is 35 ft (10.7 m) long with a longest span of 34 ft (10.4 m) and a deck 71 ft wide.
Who owns West Chester Bypas over Bolmar Street (T-349)?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.