US Bridges

Pa Tpk (I-276) over SR 2049 Durham Rd.

Good

Bucks County, Pennsylvania · Near Newportville · Structure no. 000000000053664

Built
2016
9 years old
Condition
Good
inspected November 2022
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
120 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
46,280
2004 count
Owner
Toll Authority
State Toll Authority

About this bridge

Pa Tpk (I-276) over SR 2049 Durham Rd. is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Pa Tpk (I-276) over SR 2049 Durham Rd. in Bucks County, Pennsylvania. It was built in 2016, so it is 9 years old, younger than the Pennsylvania average of 54.8 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in good condition with a lowest component rating of 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 46,280 vehicles a day, roughly 15% of them trucks, projected to reach 53,582 by 2030. The structure is 120 ft (36.6 m) long and 150 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 11.2 mi (18 km).

Location

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CarriesPa Tpk (I-276)
CrossesSR 2049 Durham Rd.
LocationNear Newportville
RouteInterstate 276
CountyBucks County
StatePennsylvania
Coordinates40.128, -74.88381
Functional classUrban Principal Arterial - Interstate

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionNovember 2022
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating80.4 US tons
Inventory rating44 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1
Design loadHL 93
Structure length120 ft (36.6 m)
Longest span118 ft (36 m)
Deck width150 ft (45.6 m)
Roadway width143 ft (43.6 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic46,280 (2004)
Projected traffic53,582 by 2030
Trucks15%
Lanes on structure7
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed11.2 mi (18 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 proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was Pa Tpk (I-276) over SR 2049 Durham Rd. built?

It was built in 2016, making it 9 years old in 2025.

What condition is Pa Tpk (I-276) over SR 2049 Durham Rd. in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in good condition. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. The last reported inspection was in November 2022.

How much traffic does Pa Tpk (I-276) over SR 2049 Durham Rd. carry?

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

How long is Pa Tpk (I-276) over SR 2049 Durham Rd.?

The structure is 120 ft (36.6 m) long with a longest span of 118 ft (36 m) and a deck 150 ft wide.

Who owns Pa Tpk (I-276) over SR 2049 Durham Rd.?

It is owned by the State Toll Authority.