Chestnut Street over CSX Railroad
GoodPhiladelphia County, Pennsylvania · 1MI.W.CITY Hall 3590B08 · Structure no. 000000000038939
- Built
- 1901
- 124 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected March 2022
- Type
- Arch - Deck
- Masonry
- Length
- 115 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 8,914
- 2024 count
- Owner
- Railroad
- Railroad
About this bridge
Chestnut Street over CSX Railroad is a masonry arch - deck carrying Chestnut Street over CSX Railroad in Philadelphia County, Pennsylvania. It was built in 1901, so it is 124 years old, older than the Pennsylvania average of 54.8 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in good condition with a lowest component rating of 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
It carries about 8,914 vehicles a day, roughly 2% of them trucks, projected to reach 15,422 by 2032. The structure is 115 ft (35.1 m) long and 51 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Superstructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Chestnut Street over CSX Railroad built?
It was built in 1901, making it 124 years old in 2025.
What condition is Chestnut Street over CSX Railroad in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in good condition. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. The last reported inspection was in March 2022.
How much traffic does Chestnut Street over CSX Railroad carry?
About 8,914 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 2% are trucks.
How long is Chestnut Street over CSX Railroad?
The structure is 115 ft (35.1 m) long with a longest span of 60 ft (18.3 m) and a deck 51 ft wide.
Who owns Chestnut Street over CSX Railroad?
It is owned by the Railroad and maintained by the State Highway Agency.