US Bridges

I-81 Sb; SR 0081 over Pa 465; SR 0465

Good

Cumberland County, Pennsylvania · 1 Mi. S. of Carlisle · Structure no. 000000000046695

Built
2011
14 years old
Condition
Good
inspected December 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
114 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
26,464
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

I-81 Sb; SR 0081 over Pa 465; SR 0465 is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying I-81 Sb; SR 0081 over Pa 465; SR 0465 in Cumberland County, Pennsylvania. It was built in 2011, so it is 14 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 26,464 vehicles a day, roughly 35% of them trucks, projected to reach 39,979 by 2032. The structure is 114 ft (34.7 m) long and 68 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 0.6 mi (1 km).

Location

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CarriesI-81 Sb; SR 0081
CrossesPa 465; SR 0465
Location1 Mi. S. of Carlisle
RouteInterstate 81
CountyCumberland County
StatePennsylvania
Coordinates40.18486, -77.23847
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.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionDecember 2023
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 rating77.2 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1
Design loadHL 93
Structure length114 ft (34.7 m)
Longest span113 ft (34.4 m)
Deck width68 ft (20.6 m)
Roadway width65 ft (19.8 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic26,464 (2024)
Projected traffic39,979 by 2032
Trucks35%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed0.6 mi (1 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkInterstate STRAHNET route

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 I-81 Sb; SR 0081 over Pa 465; SR 0465 built?

It was built in 2011, making it 14 years old in 2025.

What condition is I-81 Sb; SR 0081 over Pa 465; SR 0465 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 December 2023.

How much traffic does I-81 Sb; SR 0081 over Pa 465; SR 0465 carry?

About 26,464 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 35% are trucks.

How long is I-81 Sb; SR 0081 over Pa 465; SR 0465?

The structure is 114 ft (34.7 m) long with a longest span of 113 ft (34.4 m) and a deck 68 ft wide.

Who owns I-81 Sb; SR 0081 over Pa 465; SR 0465?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.