US Bridges

Morstein RD (T387) over Traffic Route 202

Fair

Chester County, Pennsylvania · 2.7 Mi. N Wc 32E1 · Structure no. 000000000010110

Built
1968
57 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected July 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel Continuous
Length
182 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
1,278
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Morstein RD (T387) over Traffic Route 202 is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Morstein RD (T387) over Traffic Route 202 in Chester County, Pennsylvania. It was built in 1968, so it is 57 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 6 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 1,278 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,376 by 2032. The structure is 182 ft (55.5 m) long and 33 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

Location

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CarriesMorstein RD (T387)
CrossesTraffic Route 202
Location2.7 Mi. N Wc 32E1
RouteState Highway 0
CountyChester County
StatePennsylvania
Coordinates40.01138, -75.58133
Functional classUrban Local

Condition and inspection

Fair

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionJuly 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating58 US tons
Inventory rating35.1 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans4
Design loadHS 20
Structure length182 ft (55.5 m)
Longest span57 ft (17.4 m)
Deck width33 ft (10.2 m)
Roadway width30 ft (9 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,278 (2024)
Projected traffic1,376 by 2032
Trucks6%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed3.7 mi (6 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$137,000
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was Morstein RD (T387) over Traffic Route 202 built?

It was built in 1968, making it 57 years old in 2025.

What condition is Morstein RD (T387) over Traffic Route 202 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 July 2024.

How much traffic does Morstein RD (T387) over Traffic Route 202 carry?

About 1,278 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.

How long is Morstein RD (T387) over Traffic Route 202?

The structure is 182 ft (55.5 m) long with a longest span of 57 ft (17.4 m) and a deck 33 ft wide.

Who owns Morstein RD (T387) over Traffic Route 202?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.