Summit Avenue over SEPTA (chestnut Hill E.)
GoodPhiladelphia County, Pennsylvania · S of Stenton Avenue 16K02 · Structure no. 000000000039212
- Built
- 1883
- 142 years old, rebuilt 1987
- Condition
- Good
- inspected August 2023
- Type
- Box Beam or Girders - Multiple
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 42 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 1,100
- 1981 count
- Owner
- City
- City or Municipal Highway Agency
About this bridge
Summit Avenue over SEPTA (chestnut Hill E.) is a prestressed concrete box beam or girders - multiple carrying Summit Avenue over SEPTA (chestnut Hill E.) in Philadelphia County, Pennsylvania. It was built in 1883 and reconstructed in 1987, so it is 142 years old, older 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 1,100 vehicles a day, projected to reach 1,400 by 2003. The structure is 42 ft (12.8 m) long and 50 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Summit Avenue over SEPTA (chestnut Hill E.) built?
It was built in 1883, making it 142 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1987.
What condition is Summit Avenue over SEPTA (chestnut Hill E.) 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 August 2023.
How much traffic does Summit Avenue over SEPTA (chestnut Hill E.) carry?
About 1,100 vehicles per day (1981 count).
How long is Summit Avenue over SEPTA (chestnut Hill E.)?
The structure is 42 ft (12.8 m) long with a longest span of 40 ft (12.2 m) and a deck 50 ft wide.
Who owns Summit Avenue over SEPTA (chestnut Hill E.)?
It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.