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Pa TPK(I-276)RP Ab over Sandy Run

Good

Montgomery County, Pennsylvania · Fort Washington Interchg · Structure no. 000000000028185

Built
1954
71 years old
Condition
Good
inspected May 2024
Type
Tee Beam
Concrete
Length
40 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
74,921
2001 count
Owner
Toll Authority
State Toll Authority

About this bridge

Pa TPK(I-276)RP Ab over Sandy Run is a concrete tee beam carrying Pa TPK(I-276)RP Ab over Sandy Run in Montgomery County, Pennsylvania. It was built in 1954, 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 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 74,921 vehicles a day, roughly 14% of them trucks, projected to reach 103,041 by 2030. The structure is 40 ft (12.2 m) long and 87 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 11.8 mi (19 km).

Location

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CarriesPa TPK(I-276)RP Ab
CrossesSandy Run
LocationFort Washington Interchg
RouteInterstate 276
CountyMontgomery County
StatePennsylvania
Coordinates40.13417, -75.19318
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.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionMay 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourScour critical; foundations unstable for calculated scour conditions
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating49.1 US tons
Inventory rating29 US tons

Structure

Structure typeTee Beam
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20
Structure length40 ft (12.2 m)
Longest span38 ft (11.6 m)
Deck width87 ft (26.5 m)
Roadway width82 ft (25 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic74,921 (2001)
Projected traffic103,041 by 2030
Trucks14%
Lanes on structure5
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed11.8 mi (19 km)
TollOn a toll 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 proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$339,000
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was Pa TPK(I-276)RP Ab over Sandy Run built?

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

What condition is Pa TPK(I-276)RP Ab over Sandy Run 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 May 2024.

How much traffic does Pa TPK(I-276)RP Ab over Sandy Run carry?

About 74,921 vehicles per day (2001 count), of which roughly 14% are trucks.

How long is Pa TPK(I-276)RP Ab over Sandy Run?

The structure is 40 ft (12.2 m) long with a longest span of 38 ft (11.6 m) and a deck 87 ft wide.

Who owns Pa TPK(I-276)RP Ab over Sandy Run?

It is owned by the State Toll Authority.