US Bridges

8033; Ramp a over Pa 581WB to I-81SB; I-81

Good

Cumberland County, Pennsylvania · .2 Mi.E. of SR 1011 · Structure no. 000000000014138

Built
1973
52 years old, rebuilt 2007
Condition
Good
inspected June 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel Continuous
Length
333 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
10,494
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

8033; Ramp a over Pa 581WB to I-81SB; I-81 is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying 8033; Ramp a over Pa 581WB to I-81SB; I-81 in Cumberland County, Pennsylvania. It was built in 1973 and reconstructed in 2007, so it is 52 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 10,494 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 14,641 by 2032. The structure is 333 ft (101.5 m) long and 43 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 km).

Carries8033; Ramp a
CrossesPa 581WB to I-81SB; I-81
Location.2 Mi.E. of SR 1011
RouteState Highway 0
Coordinates40.27486, -77.00075
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.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
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 rating63.1 US tons
Inventory rating38 US tons

Structure

MaterialSteel Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length333 ft (101.5 m)
Longest span126 ft (38.4 m)
Deck width43 ft (13.1 m)
Roadway width39 ft (12 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic10,494 (2024)
Projected traffic14,641 by 2032
Trucks7%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesThird level (interchange)
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed6.2 mi (10 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 proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$475,000
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was 8033; Ramp a over Pa 581WB to I-81SB; I-81 built?

It was built in 1973, making it 52 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2007.

What condition is 8033; Ramp a over Pa 581WB to I-81SB; I-81 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 8033; Ramp a over Pa 581WB to I-81SB; I-81 carry?

About 10,494 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.

How long is 8033; Ramp a over Pa 581WB to I-81SB; I-81?

The structure is 333 ft (101.5 m) long with a longest span of 126 ft (38.4 m) and a deck 43 ft wide.

Who owns 8033; Ramp a over Pa 581WB to I-81SB; I-81?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.