US Bridges

Patpk I476 Rp M&n over SR 3053; (LR145)

Fair

Montgomery County, Pennsylvania · Mid-County INTERCH.29J09 · Structure no. 000000000028166

Built
1992
33 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected May 2022
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel
Length
181 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
90,561
2004 count
Owner
Toll Authority
State Toll Authority

About this bridge

Patpk I476 Rp M&n over SR 3053; (LR145) is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Patpk I476 Rp M&n over SR 3053; (LR145) in Montgomery County, Pennsylvania. It was built in 1992, so it is 33 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 90,561 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 109,980 by 2030. The structure is 181 ft (55.2 m) long and 167 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).

Location

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CarriesPatpk I476 Rp M&n
CrossesSR 3053; (LR145)
LocationMid-County INTERCH.29J09
RouteInterstate 276
CountyMontgomery County
StatePennsylvania
Coordinates40.10833, -75.28333
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.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionMay 2022
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating96 US tons
Inventory rating57 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1
Design loadHS 25 or greater
Structure length181 ft (55.2 m)
Longest span176 ft (53.6 m)
Deck width167 ft (50.9 m)
Roadway width161 ft (49.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic90,561 (2004)
Projected traffic109,980 by 2030
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure10
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed5 mi (8 km)
TollOn a toll road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Toll Authority
Maintained byState Toll Authority
Historic statusHistorical significance not determinable at this time
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was Patpk I476 Rp M&n over SR 3053; (LR145) built?

It was built in 1992, making it 33 years old in 2025.

What condition is Patpk I476 Rp M&n over SR 3053; (LR145) 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 2022.

How much traffic does Patpk I476 Rp M&n over SR 3053; (LR145) carry?

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

How long is Patpk I476 Rp M&n over SR 3053; (LR145)?

The structure is 181 ft (55.2 m) long with a longest span of 176 ft (53.6 m) and a deck 167 ft wide.

Who owns Patpk I476 Rp M&n over SR 3053; (LR145)?

It is owned by the State Toll Authority.