52nd Street over SEPTA
GoodPhiladelphia County, Pennsylvania · S of Baltimore Ave 27G13 · Structure no. 000000000039268
- Built
- 1903
- 122 years old, rebuilt 1988
- Condition
- Good
- inspected March 2022
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel Continuous
- Length
- 125 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 9,300
- 1986 count
- Owner
- City
- City or Municipal Highway Agency
About this bridge
52nd Street over SEPTA is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying 52nd Street over SEPTA in Philadelphia County, Pennsylvania. It was built in 1903 and reconstructed in 1988, so it is 122 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 9,300 vehicles a day, projected to reach 13,020 by 2006. The structure is 125 ft (38.1 m) long and 73 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 0.6 mi (1 km).
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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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was 52nd Street over SEPTA built?
It was built in 1903, making it 122 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1988.
What condition is 52nd Street over SEPTA 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 March 2022.
How much traffic does 52nd Street over SEPTA carry?
About 9,300 vehicles per day (1986 count).
How long is 52nd Street over SEPTA?
The structure is 125 ft (38.1 m) long with a longest span of 67 ft (20.4 m) and a deck 73 ft wide.
Who owns 52nd Street over SEPTA?
It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.