US Bridges

Pa Tpk (I-276) over Priv. RD Ohara Landfill

Good

Montgomery County, Pennsylvania · South of Norristown · Structure no. 000000000046818

Built
2007
18 years old
Condition
Good
inspected July 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
171 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
21,117
2010 count
Owner
Toll Authority
State Toll Authority

About this bridge

Pa Tpk (I-276) over Priv. RD Ohara Landfill is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Pa Tpk (I-276) over Priv. RD Ohara Landfill in Montgomery County, Pennsylvania. It was built in 2007, so it is 18 years old, younger than the Pennsylvania average of 54.8 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in good condition with a lowest component rating of 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 21,117 vehicles a day, roughly 25% of them trucks, projected to reach 29,008 by 2030. The structure is 171 ft (52.1 m) long and 115 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

Location

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CarriesPa Tpk (I-276)
CrossesPriv. RD Ohara Landfill
LocationSouth of Norristown
RouteInterstate 276
CountyMontgomery County
StatePennsylvania
Coordinates40.08785, -75.35654
Functional classUrban Principal Arterial - Interstate

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionJuly 2023
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating110.1 US tons
Inventory rating41 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1
Design loadHL 93
Structure length171 ft (52.1 m)
Longest span165 ft (50.3 m)
Deck width115 ft (35.1 m)
Roadway width109 ft (33.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic21,117 (2010)
Projected traffic29,008 by 2030
Trucks25%
Lanes on structure6
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesOther
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkInterstate STRAHNET route

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Toll Authority
Maintained byState Toll Authority
Historic statusHistorical significance not determinable at this time
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was Pa Tpk (I-276) over Priv. RD Ohara Landfill built?

It was built in 2007, making it 18 years old in 2025.

What condition is Pa Tpk (I-276) over Priv. RD Ohara Landfill in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in good condition. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. The last reported inspection was in July 2023.

How much traffic does Pa Tpk (I-276) over Priv. RD Ohara Landfill carry?

About 21,117 vehicles per day (2010 count), of which roughly 25% are trucks.

How long is Pa Tpk (I-276) over Priv. RD Ohara Landfill?

The structure is 171 ft (52.1 m) long with a longest span of 165 ft (50.3 m) and a deck 115 ft wide.

Who owns Pa Tpk (I-276) over Priv. RD Ohara Landfill?

It is owned by the State Toll Authority.