US Bridges

Interstate 95 over Oregon Ave & Shunk ST

Fair

Philadelphia County, Pennsylvania · South Phly 3700 G04 · Structure no. 000000000038549

Built
1974
51 years old, rebuilt 1984
Condition
Fair
inspected August 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
1,189 ft
18 main spans
Daily traffic
106,036
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Interstate 95 over Oregon Ave & Shunk ST is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Interstate 95 over Oregon Ave & Shunk ST in Philadelphia County, Pennsylvania. It was built in 1974 and reconstructed in 1984, so it is 51 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 106,036 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 101,093 by 2032. The structure is 1,189 ft (362.4 m) long and 144 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.1 mi (13 km).

CarriesInterstate 95
CrossesOregon Ave & Shunk ST
LocationSouth Phly 3700 G04
RouteInterstate 95
Coordinates39.91414, -75.14801
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
Deck6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Superstructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionAugust 2023
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 rating68 US tons
Inventory rating25 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans18
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length1,189 ft (362.4 m)
Longest span66 ft (20.1 m)
Deck width144 ft (43.9 m)
Roadway width140 ft (42.7 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic106,036 (2024)
Projected traffic101,093 by 2032
Trucks7%
Lanes on structure3
Traffic directionTwo-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 proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$14.4 million
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was Interstate 95 over Oregon Ave & Shunk ST built?

It was built in 1974, making it 51 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1984.

What condition is Interstate 95 over Oregon Ave & Shunk 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 August 2023.

How much traffic does Interstate 95 over Oregon Ave & Shunk ST carry?

About 106,036 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.

How long is Interstate 95 over Oregon Ave & Shunk ST?

The structure is 1,189 ft (362.4 m) long with a longest span of 66 ft (20.1 m) and a deck 144 ft wide.

Who owns Interstate 95 over Oregon Ave & Shunk ST?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.