US Bridges

Bustleton Avenue over Septa;west Trenton Line

Fair

Philadelphia County, Pennsylvania · 1MI.SOUTH PHILMONT3260H10 · Structure no. 000000000038675

Built
1974
51 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected May 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
65 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
29,688
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Bustleton Avenue over Septa;west Trenton Line is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Bustleton Avenue over Septa;west Trenton Line in Philadelphia County, Pennsylvania. It was built in 1974, so it is 51 years old, younger 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 29,688 vehicles a day, roughly 2% of them trucks, projected to reach 31,777 by 2032. The structure is 65 ft (19.8 m) long and 75 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.8 mi (11 km).

Location

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CarriesBustleton Avenue
CrossesSepta;west Trenton Line
Location1MI.SOUTH PHILMONT3260H10
RouteState Highway 532
CountyPhiladelphia County
StatePennsylvania
Coordinates40.13032, -75.01304
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.
Superstructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Substructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionMay 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 geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment7: Better than present minimum criteria
Operating rating80 US tons
Inventory rating38 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20
Structure length65 ft (19.8 m)
Longest span65 ft (19.8 m)
Deck width75 ft (22.9 m)
Roadway width57 ft (17.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic29,688 (2023)
Projected traffic31,777 by 2032
Trucks2%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesRailroad
Detour if closed6.8 mi (11 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—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was Bustleton Avenue over Septa;west Trenton Line built?

It was built in 1974, making it 51 years old in 2025.

What condition is Bustleton Avenue over Septa;west Trenton Line 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 May 2024.

How much traffic does Bustleton Avenue over Septa;west Trenton Line carry?

About 29,688 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 2% are trucks.

How long is Bustleton Avenue over Septa;west Trenton Line?

The structure is 65 ft (19.8 m) long with a longest span of 65 ft (19.8 m) and a deck 75 ft wide.

Who owns Bustleton Avenue over Septa;west Trenton Line?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.