US Bridges

Uwchlan Avenue over Pa TURNPIKE(I-76);EB-722

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Chester County, Pennsylvania · East of Tpk Toll 21E4 · Structure no. 000000000042983

Built
2005
20 years old
Condition
Good
inspected October 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel
Length
142 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
16,974
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Uwchlan Avenue over Pa TURNPIKE(I-76);EB-722 is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Uwchlan Avenue over Pa TURNPIKE(I-76);EB-722 in Chester County, Pennsylvania. It was built in 2005, so it is 20 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 16,974 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 21,688 by 2032. The structure is 142 ft (43.3 m) long and 80 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).

Location

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CarriesUwchlan Avenue
CrossesPa TURNPIKE(I-76);EB-722
LocationEast of Tpk Toll 21E4
RouteState Highway 113
CountyChester County
StatePennsylvania
Coordinates40.06472, -75.64992
Functional classUrban Minor Arterial

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.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionOctober 2023
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating89 US tons
Inventory rating53 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1
Design loadHL 93
Structure length142 ft (43.3 m)
Longest span135 ft (41.1 m)
Deck width80 ft (24.4 m)
Roadway width70 ft (21.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic16,974 (2024)
Projected traffic21,688 by 2032
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed5 mi (8 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 proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was Uwchlan Avenue over Pa TURNPIKE(I-76);EB-722 built?

It was built in 2005, making it 20 years old in 2025.

What condition is Uwchlan Avenue over Pa TURNPIKE(I-76);EB-722 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 October 2023.

How much traffic does Uwchlan Avenue over Pa TURNPIKE(I-76);EB-722 carry?

About 16,974 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is Uwchlan Avenue over Pa TURNPIKE(I-76);EB-722?

The structure is 142 ft (43.3 m) long with a longest span of 135 ft (41.1 m) and a deck 80 ft wide.

Who owns Uwchlan Avenue over Pa TURNPIKE(I-76);EB-722?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.