Pottstown By-pass over Schuylkill Road

Fair Condition72 years old22,678 vehicles/day

Location

StatePennsylvania
CountyChester
LocationCoventry Mall 2d13
CarriesPottstown By-pass
CrossesSchuylkill Road
Coordinates40.23342, -75.66019

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionFair
Deck6 (Satisfactory)
Superstructure6 (Satisfactory)
Substructure6 (Satisfactory)
Scour CriticalNot applicable

Physical Characteristics

MaterialSteel Continuous
DesignStringer/Multi-beam
Total Length155.8 ft (47.5 m)
Max Span78.1 ft (23.8 m)
Deck Width85.0 ft (25.9 m)
Deck Area1230.2 sq m
Main Spans3
Year Built1954 (reconstructed 1998)

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic22,678 (2024)
Truck Traffic11%
Lanes On Bridge2
Lanes Under Bridge4

Inspection & Ownership

Last Inspection723
Inspection FrequencyEvery 24 months
OwnerState Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is not eligible for the National Register
Structure Number000000000010074

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