US Bridges

Sumneytown Pike over Branch Indian CR/3030-F4

Fair

Montgomery County, Pennsylvania · Vernfield 15C04 · Structure no. 000000000027187

Built
1930
95 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected July 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
26 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
14,013
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Sumneytown Pike over Branch Indian CR/3030-F4 is a concrete culvert carrying Sumneytown Pike over Branch Indian CR/3030-F4 in Montgomery County, Pennsylvania. It was built in 1930, so it is 95 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 14,013 vehicles a day, roughly 12% of them trucks, projected to reach 21,166 by 2032. The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.1 mi (13 km).

Location

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CarriesSumneytown Pike
CrossesBranch Indian CR/3030-F4
LocationVernfield 15C04
RouteState Highway 63
CountyMontgomery County
StatePennsylvania
Coordinates40.28392, -75.39427
Functional classUrban Other Principal Arterial

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection4 PoorAdvanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionJuly 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour within limits of footing or piles
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating70 US tons
Inventory rating35.1 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans1
Design loadH 20
Structure length26 ft (7.9 m)
Longest span24 ft (7.3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic14,013 (2024)
Projected traffic21,166 by 2032
Trucks12%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed8.1 mi (13 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 proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Sumneytown Pike over Branch Indian CR/3030-F4 built?

It was built in 1930, making it 95 years old in 2025.

What condition is Sumneytown Pike over Branch Indian CR/3030-F4 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 2023.

How much traffic does Sumneytown Pike over Branch Indian CR/3030-F4 carry?

About 14,013 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 12% are trucks.

How long is Sumneytown Pike over Branch Indian CR/3030-F4?

The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long with a longest span of 24 ft (7.3 m).

Who owns Sumneytown Pike over Branch Indian CR/3030-F4?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.