US Bridges

Pa TURNPIKE(I-276) over Bristol IND.RR:DB-252

Poor

Bucks County, Pennsylvania · East of Delaware Val Intg · Structure no. 000000000007681

Built
1954
71 years old
Condition
Poor
inspected April 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel
Length
52 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
46,280
2004 count
Owner
Toll Authority
State Toll Authority

About this bridge

Pa TURNPIKE(I-276) over Bristol IND.RR:DB-252 is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Pa TURNPIKE(I-276) over Bristol IND.RR:DB-252 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 poor condition with a lowest component rating of 4 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.

It carries about 46,280 vehicles a day, roughly 15% of them trucks, projected to reach 53,582 by 2030. The structure is 52 ft (15.8 m) long and 99 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 km).

Location

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CarriesPa TURNPIKE(I-276)
CrossesBristol IND.RR:DB-252
LocationEast of Delaware Val Intg
RouteInterstate 276
CountyBucks County
StatePennsylvania
Coordinates40.12236, -74.84942
Functional classUrban Principal Arterial - Interstate

Condition and inspection

Poor

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.

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.
Substructure4 PoorAdvanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionApril 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Deck geometry7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating71 US tons
Inventory rating42 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20
Structure length52 ft (15.8 m)
Longest span48 ft (14.6 m)
Deck width99 ft (30.2 m)
Roadway width94 ft (28.7 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic46,280 (2004)
Projected traffic53,582 by 2030
Trucks15%
Lanes on structure6
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesRailroad
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$408,000
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was Pa TURNPIKE(I-276) over Bristol IND.RR:DB-252 built?

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

What condition is Pa TURNPIKE(I-276) over Bristol IND.RR:DB-252 in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in poor condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. The last reported inspection was in April 2024.

How much traffic does Pa TURNPIKE(I-276) over Bristol IND.RR:DB-252 carry?

About 46,280 vehicles per day (2004 count), of which roughly 15% are trucks.

How long is Pa TURNPIKE(I-276) over Bristol IND.RR:DB-252?

The structure is 52 ft (15.8 m) long with a longest span of 48 ft (14.6 m) and a deck 99 ft wide.

Who owns Pa TURNPIKE(I-276) over Bristol IND.RR:DB-252?

It is owned by the State Toll Authority.