US Bridges

Delaware Expway. over Allegheny Avenue

Fair

Philadelphia County, Pennsylvania · Near Wishart Str. 3591D03 · Structure no. 000000000038601

Built
1968
57 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected February 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
110 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
162,555
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Delaware Expway. over Allegheny Avenue is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Delaware Expway. over Allegheny Avenue in Philadelphia County, Pennsylvania. It was built in 1968, so it is 57 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 162,555 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 177,544 by 2032. The structure is 110 ft (33.5 m) long and 164 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.7 mi (14 km).

CarriesDelaware Expway.
CrossesAllegheny Avenue
LocationNear Wishart Str. 3591D03
RouteInterstate 95
Coordinates39.98204, -75.10075
Functional classUrban Principal Arterial - Interstate

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.
Superstructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Substructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionFebruary 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating82 US tons
Inventory rating23 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length110 ft (33.5 m)
Longest span105 ft (32 m)
Deck width164 ft (50 m)
Roadway width158 ft (48.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic162,555 (2023)
Projected traffic177,544 by 2032
Trucks7%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed8.7 mi (14 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkInterstate STRAHNET route

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$3 million
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was Delaware Expway. over Allegheny Avenue built?

It was built in 1968, making it 57 years old in 2025.

What condition is Delaware Expway. over Allegheny Avenue 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 February 2024.

How much traffic does Delaware Expway. over Allegheny Avenue carry?

About 162,555 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.

How long is Delaware Expway. over Allegheny Avenue?

The structure is 110 ft (33.5 m) long with a longest span of 105 ft (32 m) and a deck 164 ft wide.

Who owns Delaware Expway. over Allegheny Avenue?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.