US Bridges

Susquehanna Road over Sandy Run

Fair

Montgomery County, Pennsylvania · Rosylyn; 3258G10 · Structure no. 000000000027610

Built
1964
61 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected June 2024
Type
Tee Beam
Concrete
Length
32 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
11,360
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Susquehanna Road over Sandy Run is a concrete tee beam carrying Susquehanna Road over Sandy Run in Montgomery County, Pennsylvania. It was built in 1964, so it is 61 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 11,360 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 19,699 by 2032. The structure is 32 ft (9.8 m) long and 52 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).

Location

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CarriesSusquehanna Road
CrossesSandy Run
LocationRosylyn; 3258G10
RouteState Highway 0
CountyMontgomery County
StatePennsylvania
Coordinates40.12926, -75.14731
Functional classUrban Minor 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
Deck5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Superstructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Channel and channel protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionJune 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating55 US tons
Inventory rating33 US tons

Structure

Structure typeTee Beam
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20
Structure length32 ft (9.8 m)
Longest span31 ft (9.4 m)
Deck width52 ft (16 m)
Roadway width40 ft (12.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic11,360 (2023)
Projected traffic19,699 by 2032
Trucks4%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed5 mi (8 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

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$82,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Susquehanna Road over Sandy Run built?

It was built in 1964, making it 61 years old in 2025.

What condition is Susquehanna Road over Sandy Run 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 June 2024.

How much traffic does Susquehanna Road over Sandy Run carry?

About 11,360 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.

How long is Susquehanna Road over Sandy Run?

The structure is 32 ft (9.8 m) long with a longest span of 31 ft (9.4 m) and a deck 52 ft wide.

Who owns Susquehanna Road over Sandy Run?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.