US Bridges

Lr 46094 SR 2042 over Pa Tpk (I-276)

Fair

Montgomery County, Pennsylvania · South of Hatboro · Structure no. 000000000028198

Built
1954
71 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected April 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel
Length
164 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
15,709
2024 count
Owner
Toll Authority
State Toll Authority

About this bridge

Lr 46094 SR 2042 over Pa Tpk (I-276) is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Lr 46094 SR 2042 over Pa Tpk (I-276) 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 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 15,709 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 20,259 by 2030. The structure is 164 ft (50 m) long and 46 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

Location

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CarriesLr 46094 SR 2042
CrossesPa Tpk (I-276)
LocationSouth of Hatboro
RouteState Highway 0
CountyMontgomery County
StatePennsylvania
Coordinates40.16271, -75.09024
Functional classUrban Minor 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.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionApril 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating53 US tons
Inventory rating40 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length164 ft (50 m)
Longest span103 ft (31.4 m)
Deck width46 ft (14 m)
Roadway width40 ft (12.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic15,709 (2024)
Projected traffic20,259 by 2030
Trucks6%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed3.1 mi (5 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

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$998,000
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was Lr 46094 SR 2042 over Pa Tpk (I-276) built?

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

What condition is Lr 46094 SR 2042 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 April 2024.

How much traffic does Lr 46094 SR 2042 over Pa Tpk (I-276) carry?

About 15,709 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.

How long is Lr 46094 SR 2042 over Pa Tpk (I-276)?

The structure is 164 ft (50 m) long with a longest span of 103 ft (31.4 m) and a deck 46 ft wide.

Who owns Lr 46094 SR 2042 over Pa Tpk (I-276)?

It is owned by the State Toll Authority.