Jefferson Avenue over Newtown Creek

Good Condition123 years old2,299 vehicles/day

Location

StatePennsylvania
CountyBucks
Location.6miles To Lr 500 31k13
CarriesJefferson Avenue
CrossesNewtown Creek
Coordinates40.23333, -74.93667

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionGood
Deck7 (Good)
Superstructure8 (Very Good)
Substructure7 (Good)
Channel/Waterway6 (Satisfactory)
Scour Critical4 — Foundations need monitoring

Physical Characteristics

MaterialSteel
DesignGirder and Floorbeam
Total Length73.2 ft (22.3 m)
Max Span67.9 ft (20.7 m)
Deck Width25.6 ft (7.8 m)
Deck Area173.9 sq m
Main Spans1
Year Built1903 (reconstructed 1996)

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic2,299 (2023)
Truck Traffic4%
Lanes On Bridge2

Inspection & Ownership

Last Inspection623
Inspection FrequencyEvery 24 months
OwnerState Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is not eligible for the National Register
Structure Number000000000007282

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