49th Street over Septa

Poor Condition132 years old5,000 vehicles/day

Location

StatePennsylvania
CountyPhiladelphia
LocationS Of Chester AVE - 36j01
Carries49th Street
CrossesSepta
Coordinates39.94347, -75.21572

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionPoor
Deck4 (Poor)
Superstructure5 (Fair)
Substructure6 (Satisfactory)
Scour CriticalNot applicable

Physical Characteristics

MaterialSteel
DesignStringer/Multi-beam
Total Length120.1 ft (36.6 m)
Max Span60.0 ft (18.3 m)
Deck Width60.0 ft (18.3 m)
Deck Area669.8 sq m
Main Spans3
Year Built1894 (reconstructed 1942)

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic5,000 (1985)
Lanes On Bridge2

Inspection & Ownership

Last Inspection322
Inspection FrequencyEvery 24 months
OwnerCity/Municipal Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is not eligible for the National Register
Structure Number000000000039200

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