US Bridges

Interstate 95 S.B. over Frankfd Av Frnkfrd El.

Fair

Philadelphia County, Pennsylvania · N.Ben Franklin BR3590H06 · Structure no. 000000000038590

Built
1977
48 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected October 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel Continuous
Length
1,589 ft
13 main spans
Daily traffic
66,507
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Interstate 95 S.B. over Frankfd Av Frnkfrd El. is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Interstate 95 S.B. over Frankfd Av Frnkfrd El. in Philadelphia County, Pennsylvania. It was built in 1977, so it is 48 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 66,507 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 103,277 by 2032. The structure is 1,589 ft (484.3 m) long and 71 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesInterstate 95 S.B.
CrossesFrankfd Av Frnkfrd El.
LocationN.Ben Franklin BR3590H06
RouteInterstate 95
Coordinates39.96425, -75.13864
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
Deck5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
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 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 geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating65 US tons
Inventory rating39 US tons

Structure

MaterialSteel Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans13 (+1 approach)
Design loadHS 20
Structure length1,589 ft (484.3 m)
Longest span143 ft (43.6 m)
Deck width71 ft (21.5 m)
Roadway width67 ft (20.3 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic66,507 (2023)
Projected traffic103,277 by 2032
Trucks7%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway and railroad
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 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—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was Interstate 95 S.B. over Frankfd Av Frnkfrd El. built?

It was built in 1977, making it 48 years old in 2025.

What condition is Interstate 95 S.B. over Frankfd Av Frnkfrd El. 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 2023.

How much traffic does Interstate 95 S.B. over Frankfd Av Frnkfrd El. carry?

About 66,507 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.

How long is Interstate 95 S.B. over Frankfd Av Frnkfrd El.?

The structure is 1,589 ft (484.3 m) long with a longest span of 143 ft (43.6 m) and a deck 71 ft wide.

Who owns Interstate 95 S.B. over Frankfd Av Frnkfrd El.?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.