US Bridges

Oxford Circle (nb) over Roosevelt Boulevard

Fair

Philadelphia County, Pennsylvania · Oxford Circle 3481G05 · Structure no. 000000000038658

Built
1955
70 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected February 2024
Type
Slab
Steel
Length
96 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
16,891
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Oxford Circle (nb) over Roosevelt Boulevard is a steel slab carrying Oxford Circle (nb) over Roosevelt Boulevard in Philadelphia County, Pennsylvania. It was built in 1955, so it is 70 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 16,891 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 14,747 by 2032. The structure is 96 ft (29.3 m) long and 85 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

Location

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CarriesOxford Circle (nb)
CrossesRoosevelt Boulevard
LocationOxford Circle 3481G05
RouteState Highway 232
CountyPhiladelphia County
StatePennsylvania
Coordinates40.03191, -75.08411
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
Deck6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
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 alignment5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Operating rating67 US tons
Inventory rating40 US tons

Structure

Structure typeSlab
MaterialSteel
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length96 ft (29.3 m)
Longest span46 ft (14 m)
Deck width85 ft (26 m)
Roadway width60 ft (18.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic16,891 (2024)
Projected traffic14,747 by 2032
Trucks3%
Lanes on structure3
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 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 proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$855,000
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was Oxford Circle (nb) over Roosevelt Boulevard built?

It was built in 1955, making it 70 years old in 2025.

What condition is Oxford Circle (nb) over Roosevelt Boulevard 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 Oxford Circle (nb) over Roosevelt Boulevard carry?

About 16,891 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.

How long is Oxford Circle (nb) over Roosevelt Boulevard?

The structure is 96 ft (29.3 m) long with a longest span of 46 ft (14 m) and a deck 85 ft wide.

Who owns Oxford Circle (nb) over Roosevelt Boulevard?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.