US Bridges

New Hanover Sq. RD over Branch of Swamp Creek

Good

Montgomery County, Pennsylvania · Gilbertsville 3028B03 · Structure no. 000000000067892

Built
2022
3 years old
Condition
Good
inspected August 2022
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
152 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
1,403
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

New Hanover Sq. RD over Branch of Swamp Creek is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying New Hanover Sq. RD over Branch of Swamp Creek in Montgomery County, Pennsylvania. It was built in 2022, so it is 3 years old, younger than the Pennsylvania average of 54.8 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in good condition with a lowest component rating of 9 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 1,403 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,329 by 2032. The structure is 152 ft (46.3 m) long and 33 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

Location

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CarriesNew Hanover Sq. RD
CrossesBranch of Swamp Creek
LocationGilbertsville 3028B03
RouteState Highway 0
CountyMontgomery County
StatePennsylvania
Coordinates40.29569, -75.55444
Functional classRural Major Collector

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck9 ExcellentNo problems noted.
Superstructure9 ExcellentNo problems noted.
Substructure9 ExcellentNo problems noted.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionAugust 2022
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation9: Superior to present desirable 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 alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating51 US tons
Inventory rating39.2 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans2
Design loadHL 93
Structure length152 ft (46.3 m)
Longest span75 ft (22.9 m)
Deck width33 ft (10.1 m)
Roadway width30 ft (9.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,403 (2024)
Projected traffic3,329 by 2032
Trucks4%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 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 proposedOther structural work, including hydraulic replacements
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was New Hanover Sq. RD over Branch of Swamp Creek built?

It was built in 2022, making it 3 years old in 2025.

What condition is New Hanover Sq. RD over Branch of Swamp Creek in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in good condition. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. The last reported inspection was in August 2022.

How much traffic does New Hanover Sq. RD over Branch of Swamp Creek carry?

About 1,403 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.

How long is New Hanover Sq. RD over Branch of Swamp Creek?

The structure is 152 ft (46.3 m) long with a longest span of 75 ft (22.9 m) and a deck 33 ft wide.

Who owns New Hanover Sq. RD over Branch of Swamp Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.