Bridge Street over Branch Frankford Creek
FairPhiladelphia County, Pennsylvania · Frankford Arsenal 3481K10 · Structure no. 000000000038760
- Built
- 1970
- 55 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected May 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 54 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 8,492
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Bridge Street over Branch Frankford Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Bridge Street over Branch Frankford Creek in Philadelphia County, Pennsylvania. It was built in 1970, so it is 55 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 8,492 vehicles a day, roughly 14% of them trucks, projected to reach 13,738 by 2032. The structure is 54 ft (16.5 m) long and 60 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Bridge Street over Branch Frankford Creek built?
It was built in 1970, making it 55 years old in 2025.
What condition is Bridge Street over Branch Frankford Creek 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 Bridge Street over Branch Frankford Creek carry?
About 8,492 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 14% are trucks.
How long is Bridge Street over Branch Frankford Creek?
The structure is 54 ft (16.5 m) long with a longest span of 13 ft (4 m) and a deck 60 ft wide.
Who owns Bridge Street over Branch Frankford Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.