US Bridges

Pa Tpk (I-276) over SR 0132 LR252

Fair

Bucks County, Pennsylvania · South of Trevose · Structure no. 000000000007664

Built
1954
71 years old, rebuilt 1987
Condition
Fair
inspected June 2023
Type
Girder and Floorbeam System
Steel
Length
258 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
44,130
2008 count
Owner
Toll Authority
State Toll Authority

About this bridge

Pa Tpk (I-276) over SR 0132 LR252 is a steel girder and floorbeam system carrying Pa Tpk (I-276) over SR 0132 LR252 in Bucks County, Pennsylvania. It was built in 1954 and reconstructed in 1987, 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 44,130 vehicles a day, roughly 16% of them trucks, projected to reach 62,570 by 2030. The structure is 258 ft (78.6 m) long and 110 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

Location

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CarriesPa Tpk (I-276)
CrossesSR 0132 LR252
LocationSouth of Trevose
RouteInterstate 276
CountyBucks County
StatePennsylvania
Coordinates40.13333, -74.97667
Functional classUrban Principal Arterial - Interstate

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 inspectionJune 2023
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 alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating45 US tons
Inventory rating27 US tons

Structure

Structure typeGirder and Floorbeam System
MaterialSteel
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans2
Design loadH 20
Structure length258 ft (78.6 m)
Longest span116 ft (35.4 m)
Deck width110 ft (33.6 m)
Roadway width105 ft (31.9 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic44,130 (2008)
Projected traffic62,570 by 2030
Trucks16%
Lanes on structure6
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed3.1 mi (5 km)
TollOn a toll road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkInterstate STRAHNET route

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$612,000
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was Pa Tpk (I-276) over SR 0132 LR252 built?

It was built in 1954, making it 71 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1987.

What condition is Pa Tpk (I-276) over SR 0132 LR252 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 June 2023.

How much traffic does Pa Tpk (I-276) over SR 0132 LR252 carry?

About 44,130 vehicles per day (2008 count), of which roughly 16% are trucks.

How long is Pa Tpk (I-276) over SR 0132 LR252?

The structure is 258 ft (78.6 m) long with a longest span of 116 ft (35.4 m) and a deck 110 ft wide.

Who owns Pa Tpk (I-276) over SR 0132 LR252?

It is owned by the State Toll Authority.