US Bridges

Pa Tpk (I-276) over SR 3029 LR46145

Good

Montgomery County, Pennsylvania · South of Bridgeport · Structure no. 000000000028148

Built
2008
17 years old
Condition
Good
inspected July 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
145 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
65,138
2004 count
Owner
Toll Authority
State Toll Authority

About this bridge

Pa Tpk (I-276) over SR 3029 LR46145 is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Pa Tpk (I-276) over SR 3029 LR46145 in Montgomery County, Pennsylvania. It was built in 2008, so it is 17 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 65,138 vehicles a day, roughly 12% of them trucks, projected to reach 98,418 by 2030. The structure is 145 ft (44.2 m) long and 115 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).

Location

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CarriesPa Tpk (I-276)
CrossesSR 3029 LR46145
LocationSouth of Bridgeport
RouteInterstate 276
CountyMontgomery County
StatePennsylvania
Coordinates40.08768, -75.35774
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 inspectionJuly 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating110.1 US tons
Inventory rating41 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20
Structure length145 ft (44.2 m)
Longest span140 ft (42.7 m)
Deck width115 ft (35.2 m)
Roadway width64 ft (19.5 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic65,138 (2004)
Projected traffic98,418 by 2030
Trucks12%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
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 statusHistorical significance not determinable at this time
Work proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$1.4 million
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was Pa Tpk (I-276) over SR 3029 LR46145 built?

It was built in 2008, making it 17 years old in 2025.

What condition is Pa Tpk (I-276) over SR 3029 LR46145 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 July 2024.

How much traffic does Pa Tpk (I-276) over SR 3029 LR46145 carry?

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

How long is Pa Tpk (I-276) over SR 3029 LR46145?

The structure is 145 ft (44.2 m) long with a longest span of 140 ft (42.7 m) and a deck 115 ft wide.

Who owns Pa Tpk (I-276) over SR 3029 LR46145?

It is owned by the State Toll Authority.