US Bridges

Lr 362 SR 0232 over Pa Tpk (I-276)

Fair

Bucks County, Pennsylvania · Near Southampton · Structure no. 000000000007654

Built
1954
71 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected April 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel
Length
144 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
16,036
2024 count
Owner
Toll Authority
State Toll Authority

About this bridge

Lr 362 SR 0232 over Pa Tpk (I-276) is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Lr 362 SR 0232 over Pa Tpk (I-276) in Bucks County, Pennsylvania. It was built in 1954, so it is 71 years old, older than the Pennsylvania average of 54.8 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 5 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

It carries about 16,036 vehicles a day, roughly 2% of them trucks, projected to reach 22,551 by 2030. The structure is 144 ft (43.9 m) long and 54 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

Location

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CarriesLr 362 SR 0232
CrossesPa Tpk (I-276)
LocationNear Southampton
RouteState Highway 232
CountyBucks County
StatePennsylvania
Coordinates40.16208, -75.0469
Functional classUrban Other Principal Arterial

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Superstructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Substructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionApril 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment7: Better than present minimum criteria
Operating rating67 US tons
Inventory rating52 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length144 ft (43.9 m)
Longest span92 ft (28 m)
Deck width54 ft (16.5 m)
Roadway width49 ft (14.9 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic16,036 (2024)
Projected traffic22,551 by 2030
Trucks2%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Toll Authority
Maintained byState Toll Authority
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$1.4 million
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was Lr 362 SR 0232 over Pa Tpk (I-276) built?

It was built in 1954, making it 71 years old in 2025.

What condition is Lr 362 SR 0232 over Pa Tpk (I-276) in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in April 2024.

How much traffic does Lr 362 SR 0232 over Pa Tpk (I-276) carry?

About 16,036 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 2% are trucks.

How long is Lr 362 SR 0232 over Pa Tpk (I-276)?

The structure is 144 ft (43.9 m) long with a longest span of 92 ft (28 m) and a deck 54 ft wide.

Who owns Lr 362 SR 0232 over Pa Tpk (I-276)?

It is owned by the State Toll Authority.