US Bridges

Ridge Avenue N.B. over Henry Avenue Southbound

Fair

Philadelphia County, Pennsylvania · .9MI.SE.CITY 3479 B01 · Structure no. 000000000038955

Built
1955
70 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected September 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
57 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
5,224
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Ridge Avenue N.B. over Henry Avenue Southbound is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Ridge Avenue N.B. over Henry Avenue Southbound in Philadelphia County, Pennsylvania. It was built in 1955, so it is 70 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 5,224 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 9,031 by 2032. The structure is 57 ft (17.4 m) long and 46 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.8 mi (11 km).

Location

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CarriesRidge Avenue N.B.
CrossesHenry Avenue Southbound
Location.9MI.SE.CITY 3479 B01
RouteState Highway 0
CountyPhiladelphia County
StatePennsylvania
Coordinates40.06194, -75.23825
Functional classUrban Minor 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.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionSeptember 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 alignment5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Operating rating85 US tons
Inventory rating45 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20
Structure length57 ft (17.4 m)
Longest span55 ft (16.8 m)
Deck width46 ft (13.9 m)
Roadway width34 ft (10.3 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic5,224 (2024)
Projected traffic9,031 by 2032
Trucks7%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed6.8 mi (11 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusEligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$211,000
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was Ridge Avenue N.B. over Henry Avenue Southbound built?

It was built in 1955, making it 70 years old in 2025.

What condition is Ridge Avenue N.B. over Henry Avenue Southbound 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 September 2024.

How much traffic does Ridge Avenue N.B. over Henry Avenue Southbound carry?

About 5,224 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.

How long is Ridge Avenue N.B. over Henry Avenue Southbound?

The structure is 57 ft (17.4 m) long with a longest span of 55 ft (16.8 m) and a deck 46 ft wide.

Who owns Ridge Avenue N.B. over Henry Avenue Southbound?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.