Wilson RD (T-593) over Valley Creek
FairPosted for loadChester County, Pennsylvania · Tredyffrin Twp. 24C02 · Structure no. 000000000010727
- Built
- 1886
- 139 years old, rebuilt 1998
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected October 2022
- Type
- Truss - Thru
- Aluminum, Wrought Iron, or Cast Iron
- Length
- 65 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 24
- 2019 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Wilson RD (T-593) over Valley Creek is a aluminum, wrought iron, or cast iron truss - thru carrying Wilson RD (T-593) over Valley Creek in Chester County, Pennsylvania. It was built in 1886 and reconstructed in 1998, so it is 139 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. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.
It carries about 24 vehicles a day, projected to reach 29 by 2039. The structure is 65 ft (19.8 m) long and 15 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Substructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Channel and channel protection | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Wilson RD (T-593) over Valley Creek built?
It was built in 1886, making it 139 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1998.
What condition is Wilson RD (T-593) over Valley 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 October 2022.
How much traffic does Wilson RD (T-593) over Valley Creek carry?
About 24 vehicles per day (2019 count).
How long is Wilson RD (T-593) over Valley Creek?
The structure is 65 ft (19.8 m) long with a longest span of 63 ft (19.2 m) and a deck 15 ft wide.
Who owns Wilson RD (T-593) over Valley Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.