US Bridges

Pa Tpk (ramp G) over SR 3053

Fair

Montgomery County, Pennsylvania · Part of Mid-County Intg · Structure no. 000000000028165

Built
1991
34 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected May 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel Continuous
Length
135 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
90,561
2004 count
Owner
Toll Authority
State Toll Authority

About this bridge

Pa Tpk (ramp G) over SR 3053 is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Pa Tpk (ramp G) over SR 3053 in Montgomery County, Pennsylvania. It was built in 1991, so it is 34 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 5 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 90,561 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 109,980 by 2030. The structure is 135 ft (41.1 m) long and 34 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).

Location

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CarriesPa Tpk (ramp G)
CrossesSR 3053
LocationPart of Mid-County Intg
RouteInterstate 276
CountyMontgomery County
StatePennsylvania
Coordinates40.10981, -75.2841
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
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionMay 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating89 US tons
Inventory rating53 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 25 or greater
Structure length135 ft (41.1 m)
Longest span82 ft (25 m)
Deck width34 ft (10.5 m)
Roadway width30 ft (9.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic90,561 (2004)
Projected traffic109,980 by 2030
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed5 mi (8 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

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—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was Pa Tpk (ramp G) over SR 3053 built?

It was built in 1991, making it 34 years old in 2025.

What condition is Pa Tpk (ramp G) over SR 3053 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 (ramp G) over SR 3053 carry?

About 90,561 vehicles per day (2004 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is Pa Tpk (ramp G) over SR 3053?

The structure is 135 ft (41.1 m) long with a longest span of 82 ft (25 m) and a deck 34 ft wide.

Who owns Pa Tpk (ramp G) over SR 3053?

It is owned by the State Toll Authority.