US Bridges

Bartram Ave(sb)off over Sludge Lagoons;access RD

Fair

Philadelphia County, Pennsylvania · North Platt Brg. 3699E08 · Structure no. 000000000038715

Built
1985
40 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected November 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
376 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
10,154
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Bartram Ave(sb)off over Sludge Lagoons;access RD is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Bartram Ave(sb)off over Sludge Lagoons;access RD 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 10,154 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 12,853 by 2032. The structure is 376 ft (114.6 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(sb)off
CrossesSludge Lagoons;access RD
LocationNorth Platt Brg. 3699E08
RouteState Highway 0
CountyPhiladelphia County
StatePennsylvania
Coordinates39.89052, -75.22027
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
Deck6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Superstructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionNovember 2023
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 alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating89.9 US tons
Inventory rating31 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans4
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length376 ft (114.6 m)
Longest span94 ft (28.7 m)
Deck width35 ft (10.8 m)
Roadway width31 ft (9.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic10,154 (2024)
Projected traffic12,853 by 2032
Trucks11%
Lanes on structure1
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
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 proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was Bartram Ave(sb)off over Sludge Lagoons;access RD built?

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

What condition is Bartram Ave(sb)off over Sludge Lagoons;access RD 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 November 2023.

How much traffic does Bartram Ave(sb)off over Sludge Lagoons;access RD carry?

About 10,154 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.

How long is Bartram Ave(sb)off over Sludge Lagoons;access RD?

The structure is 376 ft (114.6 m) long with a longest span of 94 ft (28.7 m) and a deck 35 ft wide.

Who owns Bartram Ave(sb)off over Sludge Lagoons;access RD?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.