US Bridges

Pa Tpk (I-276) over SR 0263

Fair

Montgomery County, Pennsylvania · East of Willow Grove Intg · Structure no. 000000000028194

Built
1954
71 years old, rebuilt 1987
Condition
Fair
inspected June 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel
Length
160 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
85,801
2001 count
Owner
Toll Authority
State Toll Authority

About this bridge

Pa Tpk (I-276) over SR 0263 is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Pa Tpk (I-276) over SR 0263 in Montgomery County, Pennsylvania. It was built in 1954 and reconstructed in 1987, 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 85,801 vehicles a day, roughly 14% of them trucks, projected to reach 109,988 by 2030. The structure is 160 ft (48.8 m) long and 112 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

Location

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CarriesPa Tpk (I-276)
CrossesSR 0263
LocationEast of Willow Grove Intg
RouteInterstate 276
CountyMontgomery County
StatePennsylvania
Coordinates40.16267, -75.11103
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.
Substructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionJune 2023
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 geometry7: Better than present minimum criteria
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 length160 ft (48.8 m)
Longest span79 ft (24.1 m)
Deck width112 ft (34 m)
Roadway width94 ft (28.7 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic85,801 (2001)
Projected traffic109,988 by 2030
Trucks14%
Lanes on structure6
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed3.1 mi (5 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 statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$2.6 million
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was Pa Tpk (I-276) over SR 0263 built?

It was built in 1954, making it 71 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1987.

What condition is Pa Tpk (I-276) over SR 0263 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 June 2023.

How much traffic does Pa Tpk (I-276) over SR 0263 carry?

About 85,801 vehicles per day (2001 count), of which roughly 14% are trucks.

How long is Pa Tpk (I-276) over SR 0263?

The structure is 160 ft (48.8 m) long with a longest span of 79 ft (24.1 m) and a deck 112 ft wide.

Who owns Pa Tpk (I-276) over SR 0263?

It is owned by the State Toll Authority.