US Bridges

Comley Road over Wilsons Run Br Byberry

Good

Philadelphia County, Pennsylvania · W of Waldemire DR 10C13 · Structure no. 000000000039252

Built
1976
49 years old
Condition
Good
inspected August 2022
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
22 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
4,700
1983 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Comley Road over Wilsons Run Br Byberry is a concrete culvert carrying Comley Road over Wilsons Run Br Byberry in Philadelphia County, Pennsylvania. It was built in 1976, so it is 49 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 4,700 vehicles a day, projected to reach 6,580 by 2003. The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

Location

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CarriesComley Road
CrossesWilsons Run Br Byberry
LocationW of Waldemire DR 10C13
RouteCity Street 0
CountyPhiladelphia County
StatePennsylvania
Coordinates40.08801, -74.98139
Functional classUrban Local

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionAugust 2022
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating63.1 US tons
Inventory rating38 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20
Structure length22 ft (6.7 m)
Longest span20 ft (6.1 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic4,700 (1983)
Projected traffic6,580 by 2003
Trucks—
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Maintained byCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$146,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Comley Road over Wilsons Run Br Byberry built?

It was built in 1976, making it 49 years old in 2025.

What condition is Comley Road over Wilsons Run Br Byberry 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 2022.

How much traffic does Comley Road over Wilsons Run Br Byberry carry?

About 4,700 vehicles per day (1983 count).

How long is Comley Road over Wilsons Run Br Byberry?

The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long with a longest span of 20 ft (6.1 m).

Who owns Comley Road over Wilsons Run Br Byberry?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.