US Bridges

On-Ramp to SR 3100 over Taylor Run

Fair

Chester County, Pennsylvania · US 322 Interch. 31K8 · Structure no. 000000000010875

Built
1955
70 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected January 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
22 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
1,070
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

On-Ramp to SR 3100 over Taylor Run is a concrete culvert carrying On-Ramp to SR 3100 over Taylor Run in Chester County, Pennsylvania. It was built in 1955, so it is 70 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 1,070 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,512 by 2035. The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

Location

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CarriesOn-Ramp to SR 3100
CrossesTaylor Run
LocationUS 322 Interch. 31K8
RouteState Highway 0
CountyChester County
StatePennsylvania
Coordinates39.97383, -75.6147
Functional classUrban Other Principal Arterial

Condition and inspection

Fair

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection3 SeriousLoss of section, deterioration, spalling or scour have seriously affected primary structural components.
Culvert5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionJanuary 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating106 US tons
Inventory rating63.1 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20
Structure length22 ft (6.7 m)
Longest span22 ft (6.7 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,070 (2024)
Projected traffic1,512 by 2035
Trucks7%
Lanes on structure1
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.7 mi (6 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was On-Ramp to SR 3100 over Taylor Run built?

It was built in 1955, making it 70 years old in 2025.

What condition is On-Ramp to SR 3100 over Taylor Run 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 January 2024.

How much traffic does On-Ramp to SR 3100 over Taylor Run carry?

About 1,070 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.

How long is On-Ramp to SR 3100 over Taylor Run?

The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long with a longest span of 22 ft (6.7 m).

Who owns On-Ramp to SR 3100 over Taylor Run?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.