US Bridges

Pa 581; SR 0581 over SR 8048 Ramp A&b

Good

Cumberland County, Pennsylvania · Intersect. of US11&PA 581 · Structure no. 000000000013755

Built
1995
30 years old
Condition
Good
inspected June 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel Continuous
Length
334 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
71,128
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Pa 581; SR 0581 over SR 8048 Ramp A&b is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Pa 581; SR 0581 over SR 8048 Ramp A&b in Cumberland County, Pennsylvania. It was built in 1995, so it is 30 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 71,128 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 58,856 by 2032. The structure is 334 ft (101.8 m) long and 103 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

Location

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CarriesPa 581; SR 0581
CrossesSR 8048 Ramp A&b
LocationIntersect. of US11&PA 581
RouteState Highway 581
CountyCumberland County
StatePennsylvania
Coordinates40.24, -76.97899
Functional classUrban Principal Arterial - Other Freeway or Expressway

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 inspectionJune 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 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 rating80 US tons
Inventory rating48 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans2
Design loadHS 25 or greater
Structure length334 ft (101.8 m)
Longest span180 ft (54.9 m)
Deck width103 ft (31.5 m)
Roadway width97 ft (29.6 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic71,128 (2024)
Projected traffic58,856 by 2032
Trucks11%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkSTRAHNET connector

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 Pa 581; SR 0581 over SR 8048 Ramp A&b built?

It was built in 1995, making it 30 years old in 2025.

What condition is Pa 581; SR 0581 over SR 8048 Ramp A&b 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 June 2024.

How much traffic does Pa 581; SR 0581 over SR 8048 Ramp A&b carry?

About 71,128 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.

How long is Pa 581; SR 0581 over SR 8048 Ramp A&b?

The structure is 334 ft (101.8 m) long with a longest span of 180 ft (54.9 m) and a deck 103 ft wide.

Who owns Pa 581; SR 0581 over SR 8048 Ramp A&b?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.