US Bridges

Bartram Ave(nb)on over Sludge Lagoons

Fair

Philadelphia County, Pennsylvania · North Platt Brg. 3699E08 · Structure no. 000000000038714

Built
1985
40 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected October 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
752 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
13,073
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Bartram Ave(nb)on over Sludge Lagoons is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Bartram Ave(nb)on over Sludge Lagoons in Philadelphia County, Pennsylvania. It was built in 1985, so it is 40 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 6 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 13,073 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 14,989 by 2032. The structure is 752 ft (229.2 m) long and 35 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

Location

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CarriesBartram Ave(nb)on
CrossesSludge Lagoons
LocationNorth Platt Brg. 3699E08
RouteState Highway 0
CountyPhiladelphia County
StatePennsylvania
Coordinates39.89031, -75.22161
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
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionOctober 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating91.1 US tons
Inventory rating32 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans4 (+6 approach)
Design loadHS 20
Structure length752 ft (229.2 m)
Longest span93 ft (28.3 m)
Deck width35 ft (10.8 m)
Roadway width31 ft (9.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic13,073 (2024)
Projected traffic14,989 by 2032
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure1
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed3.7 mi (6 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$400,000
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was Bartram Ave(nb)on over Sludge Lagoons built?

It was built in 1985, making it 40 years old in 2025.

What condition is Bartram Ave(nb)on over Sludge Lagoons 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 October 2024.

How much traffic does Bartram Ave(nb)on over Sludge Lagoons carry?

About 13,073 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is Bartram Ave(nb)on over Sludge Lagoons?

The structure is 752 ft (229.2 m) long with a longest span of 93 ft (28.3 m) and a deck 35 ft wide.

Who owns Bartram Ave(nb)on over Sludge Lagoons?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.