US Bridges

Delaware Expway. over Castor Avenue

Fair

Philadelphia County, Pennsylvania · Nr.Richmond ST 3591F01 · Structure no. 000000000038607

Built
1965
60 years old, rebuilt 2010
Condition
Fair
inspected July 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
87 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
184,238
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Delaware Expway. over Castor Avenue is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Delaware Expway. over Castor Avenue in Philadelphia County, Pennsylvania. It was built in 1965 and reconstructed in 2010, so it is 60 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 184,238 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 179,437 by 2032. The structure is 87 ft (26.5 m) long and 147 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.7 mi (14 km).

CarriesDelaware Expway.
CrossesCastor Avenue
LocationNr.Richmond ST 3591F01
RouteInterstate 95
Coordinates39.98814, -75.08881
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 inspectionJuly 2023
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 rating70 US tons
Inventory rating34 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length87 ft (26.5 m)
Longest span84 ft (25.6 m)
Deck width147 ft (44.7 m)
Roadway width141 ft (43.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic184,238 (2024)
Projected traffic179,437 by 2032
Trucks8%
Lanes on structure5
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
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$962,000
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was Delaware Expway. over Castor Avenue built?

It was built in 1965, making it 60 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2010.

What condition is Delaware Expway. over Castor 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 July 2023.

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

About 184,238 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.

How long is Delaware Expway. over Castor Avenue?

The structure is 87 ft (26.5 m) long with a longest span of 84 ft (25.6 m) and a deck 147 ft wide.

Who owns Delaware Expway. over Castor Avenue?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.