Ridge Avenue over Wissahickon Creek

Poor Condition138 years old15,917 vehicles/day

Location

StatePennsylvania
CountyPhiladelphia
LocationGustine Lake Inter3479g08
CarriesRidge Avenue
CrossesWissahickon Creek
Coordinates40.01488, -75.20665

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionPoor
Superstructure4 (Poor)
Substructure4 (Poor)
Channel/Waterway4 (Poor)
Scour Critical3 — Scour critical

Physical Characteristics

MaterialMasonry
DesignArch - Deck
Total Length98.1 ft (29.9 m)
Max Span29.9 ft (9.1 m)
Deck Width65.0 ft (19.8 m)
Deck Area592.0 sq m
Main Spans3
Year Built1888

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic15,917 (2023)
Truck Traffic7%
Lanes On Bridge4

Inspection & Ownership

Last Inspection324
Inspection FrequencyEvery 24 months
OwnerState Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is on the National Register of Historic Places
Structure Number000000000038951

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