72nd Street over AMTRAK (ne Corridor)
PoorPosted for loadPhiladelphia County, Pennsylvania · S of Paschell Ave 36E05 · Structure no. 000000000039179
- Built
- 1913
- 112 years old
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected February 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel
- Length
- 104 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 2,000
- 1980 count
- Owner
- City
- City or Municipal Highway Agency
About this bridge
72nd Street over AMTRAK (ne Corridor) is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying 72nd Street over AMTRAK (ne Corridor) in Philadelphia County, Pennsylvania. It was built in 1913, so it is 112 years old, older than the Pennsylvania average of 54.8 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in poor condition with a lowest component rating of 4 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.
It carries about 2,000 vehicles a day, projected to reach 2,000 by 1980. The structure is 104 ft (31.7 m) long and 69 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 0.6 mi (1 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
| Superstructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Substructure | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was 72nd Street over AMTRAK (ne Corridor) built?
It was built in 1913, making it 112 years old in 2025.
What condition is 72nd Street over AMTRAK (ne Corridor) in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in poor condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. The last reported inspection was in February 2023.
How much traffic does 72nd Street over AMTRAK (ne Corridor) carry?
About 2,000 vehicles per day (1980 count).
How long is 72nd Street over AMTRAK (ne Corridor)?
The structure is 104 ft (31.7 m) long with a longest span of 60 ft (18.3 m) and a deck 69 ft wide.
Who owns 72nd Street over AMTRAK (ne Corridor)?
It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.