Wissahickon Drive over Branch Wissahickon Crk
GoodPhiladelphia County, Pennsylvania · S of Wises Mill RD 16H06 · Structure no. 000000000039203
- Built
- 1979
- 46 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected October 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 27 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 200
- 1982 count
- Owner
- City
- City or Municipal Highway Agency
About this bridge
Wissahickon Drive over Branch Wissahickon Crk is a concrete culvert carrying Wissahickon Drive over Branch Wissahickon Crk in Philadelphia County, Pennsylvania. It was built in 1979, so it is 46 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 8 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
It carries about 200 vehicles a day, projected to reach 280 by 2002. The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long and 33 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 km).
Location
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Wissahickon Drive over Branch Wissahickon Crk built?
It was built in 1979, making it 46 years old in 2025.
What condition is Wissahickon Drive over Branch Wissahickon Crk 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 October 2023.
How much traffic does Wissahickon Drive over Branch Wissahickon Crk carry?
About 200 vehicles per day (1982 count).
How long is Wissahickon Drive over Branch Wissahickon Crk?
The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long with a longest span of 24 ft (7.3 m) and a deck 33 ft wide.
Who owns Wissahickon Drive over Branch Wissahickon Crk?
It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.