US Bridges

Morrell Avenue over Byberry Creek

Fair

Philadelphia County, Pennsylvania · W of Frankford Ave 20B03 · Structure no. 000000000039255

Built
1958
67 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected July 2022
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
42 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
7,800
1982 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Morrell Avenue over Byberry Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Morrell Avenue over Byberry Creek in Philadelphia County, Pennsylvania. It was built in 1958, so it is 67 years old, older than the Pennsylvania average of 54.8 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 5 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

It carries about 7,800 vehicles a day, projected to reach 10,920 by 2002. The structure is 42 ft (12.8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

Location

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CarriesMorrell Avenue
CrossesByberry Creek
LocationW of Frankford Ave 20B03
RouteCity Street 0
CountyPhiladelphia County
StatePennsylvania
Coordinates40.0654, -74.9874
Functional classUrban Local

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Culvert5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionJuly 2022
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating84 US tons
Inventory rating50 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length42 ft (12.8 m)
Longest span13 ft (4 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic7,800 (1982)
Projected traffic10,920 by 2002
Trucks—
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 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$353,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Morrell Avenue over Byberry Creek built?

It was built in 1958, making it 67 years old in 2025.

What condition is Morrell Avenue over Byberry Creek in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in July 2022.

How much traffic does Morrell Avenue over Byberry Creek carry?

About 7,800 vehicles per day (1982 count).

How long is Morrell Avenue over Byberry Creek?

The structure is 42 ft (12.8 m) long with a longest span of 13 ft (4 m).

Who owns Morrell Avenue over Byberry Creek?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.