US Bridges

I-78 EB (lr 1045) over Ramps A&b SR 8018

Good

Northampton County, Pennsylvania · E.B. over SR 8018 · Structure no. 000000000041283

Built
2001
24 years old
Condition
Good
inspected February 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
321 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
36,314
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

I-78 EB (lr 1045) over Ramps A&b SR 8018 is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying I-78 EB (lr 1045) over Ramps A&b SR 8018 in Northampton County, Pennsylvania. It was built in 2001, so it is 24 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 36,314 vehicles a day, roughly 31% of them trucks, projected to reach 35,422 by 2032. The structure is 321 ft (97.8 m) long and 61 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.1 mi (13 km).

CarriesI-78 EB (lr 1045)
CrossesRamps A&b SR 8018
LocationE.B. over SR 8018
RouteInterstate 78
Coordinates40.63853, -75.27239
Functional classRural 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.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionFebruary 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating77.1 US tons
Inventory rating44 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHL 93
Structure length321 ft (97.8 m)
Longest span131 ft (39.9 m)
Deck width61 ft (18.6 m)
Roadway width58 ft (17.7 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic36,314 (2024)
Projected traffic35,422 by 2032
Trucks31%
Lanes on structure3
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed8.1 mi (13 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkInterstate STRAHNET route

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—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was I-78 EB (lr 1045) over Ramps A&b SR 8018 built?

It was built in 2001, making it 24 years old in 2025.

What condition is I-78 EB (lr 1045) over Ramps A&b SR 8018 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 February 2023.

How much traffic does I-78 EB (lr 1045) over Ramps A&b SR 8018 carry?

About 36,314 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 31% are trucks.

How long is I-78 EB (lr 1045) over Ramps A&b SR 8018?

The structure is 321 ft (97.8 m) long with a longest span of 131 ft (39.9 m) and a deck 61 ft wide.

Who owns I-78 EB (lr 1045) over Ramps A&b SR 8018?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.