US Bridges

Pa Tpk (I-276) over Pa Tpk Ramps

Fair

Bucks County, Pennsylvania · Delaware Valley Interchg · Structure no. 000000000007679

Built
1954
71 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected April 2024
Type
Tee Beam
Concrete
Length
44 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
38,184
2001 count
Owner
Toll Authority
State Toll Authority

About this bridge

Pa Tpk (I-276) over Pa Tpk Ramps is a concrete tee beam carrying Pa Tpk (I-276) over Pa Tpk Ramps 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 38,184 vehicles a day, roughly 18% of them trucks, projected to reach 44,962 by 2030. The structure is 44 ft (13.4 m) long and 89 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 km).

Location

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CarriesPa Tpk (I-276)
CrossesPa Tpk Ramps
LocationDelaware Valley Interchg
RouteInterstate 276
CountyBucks County
StatePennsylvania
Coordinates40.12354, -74.85374
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.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
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 geometry7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating60 US tons
Inventory rating32 US tons

Structure

Structure typeTee Beam
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20
Structure length44 ft (13.4 m)
Longest span40 ft (12.2 m)
Deck width89 ft (27 m)
Roadway width84 ft (25.5 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic38,184 (2001)
Projected traffic44,962 by 2030
Trucks18%
Lanes on structure5
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed6.2 mi (10 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$642,000
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was Pa Tpk (I-276) over Pa Tpk Ramps built?

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

What condition is Pa Tpk (I-276) over Pa Tpk Ramps 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 Pa Tpk (I-276) over Pa Tpk Ramps carry?

About 38,184 vehicles per day (2001 count), of which roughly 18% are trucks.

How long is Pa Tpk (I-276) over Pa Tpk Ramps?

The structure is 44 ft (13.4 m) long with a longest span of 40 ft (12.2 m) and a deck 89 ft wide.

Who owns Pa Tpk (I-276) over Pa Tpk Ramps?

It is owned by the State Toll Authority.