US Bridges

Interstate 95 over State Rd/ Rr/ Prison RD

Fair

Philadelphia County, Pennsylvania · Near Prinction ST 3482G06 · Structure no. 000000000038641

Built
1965
60 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected June 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel Continuous
Length
2,293 ft
6 main spans
Daily traffic
144,328
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Interstate 95 over State Rd/ Rr/ Prison RD is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Interstate 95 over State Rd/ Rr/ Prison RD in Philadelphia County, Pennsylvania. It was built in 1965, so it is 60 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 144,328 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 154,618 by 2032. The structure is 2,293 ft (698.9 m) long and 121 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).

Location

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CarriesInterstate 95
CrossesState Rd/ Rr/ Prison RD
LocationNear Prinction ST 3482G06
RouteInterstate 95
CountyPhiladelphia County
StatePennsylvania
Coordinates40.02697, -75.02542
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 inspectionJune 2024
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 rating78 US tons
Inventory rating47 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans6 (+25 approach)
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length2,293 ft (698.9 m)
Longest span151 ft (46 m)
Deck width121 ft (37 m)
Roadway width115 ft (35.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic144,328 (2024)
Projected traffic154,618 by 2032
Trucks7%
Lanes on structure8
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway and railroad
Detour if closed5 mi (8 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$1.6 million
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was Interstate 95 over State Rd/ Rr/ Prison RD built?

It was built in 1965, making it 60 years old in 2025.

What condition is Interstate 95 over State Rd/ Rr/ Prison RD 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 June 2024.

How much traffic does Interstate 95 over State Rd/ Rr/ Prison RD carry?

About 144,328 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.

How long is Interstate 95 over State Rd/ Rr/ Prison RD?

The structure is 2,293 ft (698.9 m) long with a longest span of 151 ft (46 m) and a deck 121 ft wide.

Who owns Interstate 95 over State Rd/ Rr/ Prison RD?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.