Pa 179 (sr 0179) over Delaware River

Fair Condition122 years old10,300 vehicles/day

Location

StatePennsylvania
CountyBucks
LocationNew Hope Borough 25h02
CarriesPa 179 (sr 0179)
CrossesDelaware River
Coordinates40.36491, -74.94881

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionFair
Deck7 (Good)
Superstructure6 (Satisfactory)
Substructure6 (Satisfactory)
Channel/Waterway7 (Good)
Scour Critical8 — Stable, low risk

Physical Characteristics

MaterialSteel
DesignTruss - Thru
Total Length1056.1 ft (321.9 m)
Max Span170.9 ft (52.1 m)
Deck Width21.7 ft (6.6 m)
Deck Area2124.5 sq m
Main Spans6
Year Built1904 (reconstructed 2004)

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic10,300 (2020)
Lanes On Bridge2

Inspection & Ownership

Last Inspection424
Inspection FrequencyEvery 24 months
OwnerLocal Toll Authority
Historical SignificanceBridge is on the National Register of Historic Places
Structure Number000000000007690

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