47th Street over SEPTA
GoodPhiladelphia County, Pennsylvania · S of Woodland Ave - 36J01 · Structure no. 000000000039148
- Built
- 1992
- 33 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected March 2022
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel
- Length
- 80 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 6,022
- 1990 count
- Owner
- City
- City or Municipal Highway Agency
About this bridge
47th Street over SEPTA is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying 47th Street over SEPTA in Philadelphia County, Pennsylvania. It was built in 1992, so it is 33 years old, younger 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 6,022 vehicles a day, projected to reach 8,431 by 2010. The structure is 80 ft (24.4 m) long and 68 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 0.6 mi (1 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| 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 47th Street over SEPTA built?
It was built in 1992, making it 33 years old in 2025.
What condition is 47th Street over SEPTA 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 47th Street over SEPTA carry?
About 6,022 vehicles per day (1990 count).
How long is 47th Street over SEPTA?
The structure is 80 ft (24.4 m) long with a longest span of 74 ft (22.6 m) and a deck 68 ft wide.
Who owns 47th Street over SEPTA?
It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.