US Bridges

Pa Tpk (I-276) over SR 3027 LR46137

Fair

Montgomery County, Pennsylvania · South of Norristown · Structure no. 000000000028151

Built
2008
17 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected July 2022
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
98 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 3027 LR46137 is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Pa Tpk (I-276) over SR 3027 LR46137 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 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 98 ft (29.9 m) long and 115 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).

Location

Open in Google Maps
CarriesPa Tpk (I-276)
CrossesSR 3027 LR46137
LocationSouth of Norristown
RouteInterstate 276
CountyMontgomery County
StatePennsylvania
Coordinates40.09115, -75.3477
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
Deck6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Superstructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJuly 2022
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation6: Equal to 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 rating97 US tons
Inventory rating53 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20
Structure length98 ft (29.9 m)
Longest span95 ft (29 m)
Deck width115 ft (35.2 m)
Roadway width63 ft (19.2 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$1.6 million
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was Pa Tpk (I-276) over SR 3027 LR46137 built?

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

What condition is Pa Tpk (I-276) over SR 3027 LR46137 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 July 2022.

How much traffic does Pa Tpk (I-276) over SR 3027 LR46137 carry?

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

How long is Pa Tpk (I-276) over SR 3027 LR46137?

The structure is 98 ft (29.9 m) long with a longest span of 95 ft (29 m) and a deck 115 ft wide.

Who owns Pa Tpk (I-276) over SR 3027 LR46137?

It is owned by the State Toll Authority.