US Bridges

Ramp C & Ramp D of over Moorehead Avenue

Fair

Montgomery County, Pennsylvania · W.Conshohocken 3367K10 · Structure no. 000000000028290

Built
1951
74 years old, rebuilt 1986
Condition
Fair
inspected October 2022
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel Continuous
Length
143 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
9,434
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Ramp C & Ramp D of over Moorehead Avenue is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Ramp C & Ramp D of over Moorehead Avenue in Montgomery County, Pennsylvania. It was built in 1951 and reconstructed in 1986, so it is 74 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 9,434 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 8,814 by 2032. The structure is 143 ft (43.6 m) long and 60 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).

Location

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CarriesRamp C & Ramp D of
CrossesMoorehead Avenue
LocationW.Conshohocken 3367K10
RouteState Highway 0
CountyMontgomery County
StatePennsylvania
Coordinates40.06667, -75.31306
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.
Superstructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Substructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionOctober 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 alignment5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Operating rating93 US tons
Inventory rating56 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length143 ft (43.6 m)
Longest span53 ft (16.2 m)
Deck width60 ft (18.4 m)
Roadway width54 ft (16.5 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic9,434 (2024)
Projected traffic8,814 by 2032
Trucks7%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-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 proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$311,000
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was Ramp C & Ramp D of over Moorehead Avenue built?

It was built in 1951, making it 74 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1986.

What condition is Ramp C & Ramp D of over Moorehead Avenue 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 October 2022.

How much traffic does Ramp C & Ramp D of over Moorehead Avenue carry?

About 9,434 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.

How long is Ramp C & Ramp D of over Moorehead Avenue?

The structure is 143 ft (43.6 m) long with a longest span of 53 ft (16.2 m) and a deck 60 ft wide.

Who owns Ramp C & Ramp D of over Moorehead Avenue?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.