US Bridges

Pa Tpk (I-276) over Abrams Run

Fair

Montgomery County, Pennsylvania · Near King of Prussia · Structure no. 000000000028146

Built
1954
71 years old, rebuilt 2008
Condition
Fair
inspected May 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
37 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
65,138
2004 count
Owner
Toll Authority
State Toll Authority

About this bridge

Pa Tpk (I-276) over Abrams Run is a concrete culvert carrying Pa Tpk (I-276) over Abrams Run in Montgomery County, Pennsylvania. It was built in 1954 and reconstructed in 2008, so it is 71 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 6 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 65,138 vehicles a day, roughly 12% of them trucks, projected to reach 98,418 by 2030. The structure is 37 ft (11.3 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).

Location

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CarriesPa Tpk (I-276)
CrossesAbrams Run
LocationNear King of Prussia
RouteInterstate 276
CountyMontgomery County
StatePennsylvania
Coordinates40.09104, -75.38096
Functional classUrban Principal Arterial - Interstate

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 protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionMay 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating110.1 US tons
Inventory rating89.9 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length37 ft (11.3 m)
Longest span18 ft (5.5 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic65,138 (2004)
Projected traffic98,418 by 2030
Trucks12%
Lanes on structure6
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed5 mi (8 km)
TollOn a toll road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkInterstate STRAHNET route

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Toll Authority
Maintained byState Toll Authority
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 Pa Tpk (I-276) over Abrams Run built?

It was built in 1954, making it 71 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2008.

What condition is Pa Tpk (I-276) over Abrams 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 May 2024.

How much traffic does Pa Tpk (I-276) over Abrams Run carry?

About 65,138 vehicles per day (2004 count), of which roughly 12% are trucks.

How long is Pa Tpk (I-276) over Abrams Run?

The structure is 37 ft (11.3 m) long with a longest span of 18 ft (5.5 m).

Who owns Pa Tpk (I-276) over Abrams Run?

It is owned by the State Toll Authority.