Rising Sun Avenue over Tacony Creek

Fair Condition96 years old15,656 vehicles/day

Location

StatePennsylvania
CountyPhiladelphia
Location.2mi.n.olney Ave. 3481b05
CarriesRising Sun Avenue
CrossesTacony Creek
Coordinates40.03654, -75.11313

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionFair
Deck5 (Fair)
Superstructure5 (Fair)
Substructure5 (Fair)
Channel/Waterway4 (Poor)
Scour Critical4 — Foundations need monitoring

Physical Characteristics

MaterialSteel
DesignStringer/Multi-beam
Total Length65.0 ft (19.8 m)
Max Span63.0 ft (19.2 m)
Deck Width70.2 ft (21.4 m)
Deck Area423.7 sq m
Main Spans1
Year Built1930

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic15,656 (2024)
Truck Traffic4%
Lanes On Bridge2

Inspection & Ownership

Last InspectionNovember 2023
Inspection FrequencyEvery 24 months
OwnerState Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is not eligible for the National Register
Structure Number000000000038720

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