Merlin Road over Pickering Creek

Fair Condition65 years old1,162 vehicles/day

Location

StatePennsylvania
CountyChester
LocationNr.valley Forge Hp. 14e10
CarriesMerlin Road
CrossesPickering Creek
Coordinates40.10382, -75.58013

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionFair
Deck5 (Fair)
Superstructure5 (Fair)
Substructure6 (Satisfactory)
Channel/Waterway4 (Poor)
Scour Critical3 — Scour critical

Physical Characteristics

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DesignBox Beam - Multiple
Total Length76.1 ft (23.2 m)
Max Span74.1 ft (22.6 m)
Deck Width29.9 ft (9.1 m)
Deck Area211.1 sq m
Main Spans1
Year Built1961

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic1,162 (2024)
Truck Traffic6%
Lanes On Bridge2

Inspection & Ownership

Last Inspection723
Inspection FrequencyEvery 24 months
OwnerState Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is not eligible for the National Register
Structure Number000000000010335

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