Torresdale Avenue over Pennypack Creek

Fair Condition130 years old10,504 vehicles/day

Location

StatePennsylvania
CountyPhiladelphia
LocationHolmesburg Prison 3482g05
CarriesTorresdale Avenue
CrossesPennypack Creek
Coordinates40.03710, -75.02166

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionFair
Deck6 (Satisfactory)
Superstructure7 (Good)
Substructure6 (Satisfactory)
Channel/Waterway5 (Fair)
Scour Critical4 — Foundations need monitoring

Physical Characteristics

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DesignStringer/Multi-beam
Total Length167.0 ft (50.9 m)
Max Span80.1 ft (24.4 m)
Deck Width60.7 ft (18.5 m)
Deck Area941.6 sq m
Main Spans2
Year Built1896 (reconstructed 1974)

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic10,504 (2024)
Truck Traffic5%
Lanes On Bridge2

Inspection & Ownership

Last Inspection524
Inspection FrequencyEvery 24 months
OwnerState Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is not eligible for the National Register
Structure Number000000000038742

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