US Bridges

SR 0063 Lr 198 over Pa Tpk (I-276)

Fair

Montgomery County, Pennsylvania · West of Willow Grove Intg · Structure no. 000000000028190

Built
1954
71 years old, rebuilt 1966
Condition
Fair
inspected July 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel
Length
158 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
23,459
2024 count
Owner
Toll Authority
State Toll Authority

About this bridge

SR 0063 Lr 198 over Pa Tpk (I-276) is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying SR 0063 Lr 198 over Pa Tpk (I-276) in Montgomery County, Pennsylvania. It was built in 1954 and reconstructed in 1966, 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 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 23,459 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 31,089 by 2030. The structure is 158 ft (48.2 m) long and 63 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

Location

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CarriesSR 0063 Lr 198
CrossesPa Tpk (I-276)
LocationWest of Willow Grove Intg
RouteState Highway 63
CountyMontgomery County
StatePennsylvania
Coordinates40.15458, -75.1385
Functional classUrban Other Principal Arterial

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Superstructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Substructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionJuly 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 geometry3: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of corrective action
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating69 US tons
Inventory rating41 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length158 ft (48.2 m)
Longest span92 ft (28 m)
Deck width63 ft (19.1 m)
Roadway width50 ft (15.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic23,459 (2024)
Projected traffic31,089 by 2030
Trucks3%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed3.7 mi (6 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 proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$1.7 million
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was SR 0063 Lr 198 over Pa Tpk (I-276) built?

It was built in 1954, making it 71 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1966.

What condition is SR 0063 Lr 198 over Pa Tpk (I-276) 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 2024.

How much traffic does SR 0063 Lr 198 over Pa Tpk (I-276) carry?

About 23,459 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.

How long is SR 0063 Lr 198 over Pa Tpk (I-276)?

The structure is 158 ft (48.2 m) long with a longest span of 92 ft (28 m) and a deck 63 ft wide.

Who owns SR 0063 Lr 198 over Pa Tpk (I-276)?

It is owned by the State Toll Authority.