Wises Mill Road over Branch Wissahickon Crk
GoodPhiladelphia County, Pennsylvania · W of Forbidden DRIVE16H06 · Structure no. 000000000039207
- Built
- 1979
- 46 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected October 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 37 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 200
- 1982 count
- Owner
- City
- City or Municipal Highway Agency
About this bridge
Wises Mill Road over Branch Wissahickon Crk is a concrete culvert carrying Wises Mill Road 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 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 200 vehicles a day, projected to reach 280 by 2002. The structure is 37 ft (11.3 m) long and 31 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 | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Wises Mill Road over Branch Wissahickon Crk built?
It was built in 1979, making it 46 years old in 2025.
What condition is Wises Mill Road 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 Wises Mill Road over Branch Wissahickon Crk carry?
About 200 vehicles per day (1982 count).
How long is Wises Mill Road over Branch Wissahickon Crk?
The structure is 37 ft (11.3 m) long with a longest span of 32 ft (9.8 m) and a deck 31 ft wide.
Who owns Wises Mill Road over Branch Wissahickon Crk?
It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.