US Bridges

Ramp L;476S to 76 over Matsonford Rd/Dehaven ST

Fair

Montgomery County, Pennsylvania · Consho Inter. 3367J10 · Structure no. 000000000028278

Built
1975
50 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected December 2022
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
350 ft
5 main spans
Daily traffic
12,408
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Ramp L;476S to 76 over Matsonford Rd/Dehaven ST is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Ramp L;476S to 76 over Matsonford Rd/Dehaven ST in Montgomery County, Pennsylvania. It was built in 1975, so it is 50 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 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 12,408 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 30,129 by 2032. The structure is 350 ft (106.7 m) long and 44 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).

Location

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CarriesRamp L;476S to 76
CrossesMatsonford Rd/Dehaven ST
LocationConsho Inter. 3367J10
RouteState Highway 0
CountyMontgomery County
StatePennsylvania
Coordinates40.06861, -75.32167
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.
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 inspectionDecember 2022
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 geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating70 US tons
Inventory rating32 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans5
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length350 ft (106.7 m)
Longest span86 ft (26.2 m)
Deck width44 ft (13.4 m)
Roadway width40 ft (12.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic12,408 (2024)
Projected traffic30,129 by 2032
Trucks7%
Lanes on structure1
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed5 mi (8 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost$500,000
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was Ramp L;476S to 76 over Matsonford Rd/Dehaven ST built?

It was built in 1975, making it 50 years old in 2025.

What condition is Ramp L;476S to 76 over Matsonford Rd/Dehaven ST 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 December 2022.

How much traffic does Ramp L;476S to 76 over Matsonford Rd/Dehaven ST carry?

About 12,408 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.

How long is Ramp L;476S to 76 over Matsonford Rd/Dehaven ST?

The structure is 350 ft (106.7 m) long with a longest span of 86 ft (26.2 m) and a deck 44 ft wide.

Who owns Ramp L;476S to 76 over Matsonford Rd/Dehaven ST?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.