PA TPK (I-276 EB)
over SR0023 SR3025 NSRR SEPTA
EAST OF BRIDGEPORT, Montgomery County, Pennsylvania
Condition
GoodYear Built
2000
Daily Traffic
65,138
Length
123 ft
About This Bridge
PA TPK (I-276 EB) carries traffic over SR0023 SR3025 NSRR SEPTA in Montgomery County, Pennsylvania. Built in 2000, this structure is 26 years old, representing modern engineering and construction standards. The bridge features steel continuous construction with a stringer/multi-beam or girder design, a combination chosen by engineers to meet the specific requirements of this crossing.
Approximately 65,138 vehicles cross this bridge daily, making it a high-traffic corridor critical to regional transportation. Bridges carrying this volume require enhanced inspection schedules and proactive maintenance programs. Commercial trucks account for 12% of all crossings. This proportion of commercial traffic is typical for this roadway classification and is factored into the bridge's design load ratings.
The bridge is currently rated in good condition based on federal inspection criteria established by the Federal Highway Administration. The structure meets current safety standards for its designated use and load capacity. With a total length of 123 feet, this structure falls within the typical range requiring standard inspection procedures conducted by certified bridge inspectors.
The construction materials used in this bridge were selected based on engineering requirements, cost considerations, and local conditions at the time of construction.
Federal law requires that all highway bridges be inspected at least every 24 months by qualified inspectors following the National Bridge Inspection Standards (NBIS). Some bridges with known issues or unusual characteristics may be inspected more frequently. Inspection data is reported to the National Bridge Inventory, a database maintained by the Federal Highway Administration that tracks the condition of all public highway bridges in the United States. This bridge data is sourced from that federal database and reflects the most recent available inspection results.
Condition Ratings
Deck Condition
Good
Superstructure
Good
Substructure
Good
Channel & Protection
Good
Lowest Rating
Determines condition category
NBI condition ratings range from 0 (failed) to 9 (excellent). Ratings of 4 or below are considered poor. The overall condition category is determined by the lowest individual component rating.
With a lowest rating of 7, this bridge demonstrates good condition meeting all safety standards.
For a structure built in 2000, maintaining good condition demonstrates effective maintenance practices.
Bridge Details
Steel Continuous is the primary structural material, which influences maintenance requirements and expected lifespan. The stringer/multi-beam or girder design was selected based on span requirements, load capacity needs, and site conditions at the time of construction. Maintenance responsibility falls to State Toll Authority.
Construction
Dimensions
Span dimensions affect structural design choices and load distribution. The deck area of 5,938 sq ft determines surface maintenance scope.
Classification
Status
Traffic Data
Traffic volume data helps engineers assess bridge wear patterns and plan maintenance schedules. Average Daily Traffic (ADT) counts are updated periodically and represent typical weekday usage.
65,138
Avg Daily Traffic (2004)
Vehicles per day crossing this bridge
12%
Truck Traffic
Commercial vehicle percentage
94,224
Projected Future ADT
Estimated future demand
This bridge carries approximately 65,138 vehicles per day, translating to roughly 23,775,370 crossings annually. This high volume places significant demands on the structure and necessitates frequent inspections.
Commercial trucks comprise 12% of traffic. Heavy vehicles cause disproportionate wear—a single fully loaded truck can have the impact of thousands of passenger cars on bridge deck surfaces.
Traffic projections estimate future volumes of 94,224 vehicles daily, a 45% increase from current levels. These projections inform capacity planning and potential upgrade requirements.
Load Ratings
Load ratings determine what weight this bridge can safely support. These values are critical for routing heavy vehicles and issuing overweight permits.
Operating Rating
8.9 tons
Maximum allowable load for special permits
Inventory Rating
5.3 tons
Load level for normal traffic
The operating rating of 8.9 tons represents the absolute maximum load this bridge can carry under controlled conditions with special permits. The inventory rating of 5.3 tons is the safe load limit for everyday traffic without restrictions. These relatively low ratings may result in posted weight limits or route restrictions for heavy vehicles.
5-Year Condition Trend
→StableCondition has remained relatively stable since 2020
Data: 2020-2024 FHWA National Bridge Inventory
Location
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40.391389, -76.225000
Identification
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Data Source: Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) National Bridge Inventory 2024
Bridge inspection data is typically updated every 24 months. Conditions may have changed since the last inspection.
“Structurally deficient” does not mean a bridge is unsafe or likely to collapse. It indicates that one or more key structural elements are in poor or worse condition. Bridges are inspected regularly and may have load restrictions in place.
This data is for informational purposes only and should not be used for route clearance or vehicle weight decisions.