Fifth AVE over Falling Spring Branch

Poor Condition96 years old6,000 vehicles/day

Location

StatePennsylvania
CountyFranklin
Location0.6 Mi NE Chambersburg Sq
CarriesFifth AVE
CrossesFalling Spring Branch
Coordinates39.93930, -77.65010

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionPoor
Deck4 (Poor)
Superstructure4 (Poor)
Substructure5 (Fair)
Channel/Waterway5 (Fair)
Scour Critical4 — Foundations need monitoring

Physical Characteristics

MaterialConcrete
DesignSlab
Total Length29.9 ft (9.1 m)
Max Span28.9 ft (8.8 m)
Deck Width58.4 ft (17.8 m)
Deck Area162.0 sq m
Main Spans1
Year Built1930

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic6,000 (2009)
Truck Traffic5%
Lanes On Bridge2

Inspection & Ownership

Last InspectionDecember 2023
Inspection FrequencyEvery 24 months
OwnerCity/Municipal Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is not eligible for the National Register
Structure Number000000000017740

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