Bells Mill Road over Wissahickon Creek

Poor Condition206 years old12,200 vehicles/day

Location

StatePennsylvania
CountyPhiladelphia
LocationSW Of Germantown Ave16g02
CarriesBells Mill Road
CrossesWissahickon Creek
Coordinates40.07926, -75.22548

Condition Ratings

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

Physical Characteristics

MaterialMasonry
DesignArch - Deck
Total Length66.9 ft (20.4 m)
Max Span29.9 ft (9.1 m)
Deck Width27.2 ft (8.3 m)
Deck Area169.3 sq m
Main Spans2
Year Built1820

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic12,200 (1980)
Lanes On Bridge2

Inspection & Ownership

Last Inspection423
Inspection FrequencyEvery 24 months
OwnerCity/Municipal Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is eligible for the National Register
Structure Number000000000039218

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