US Bridges

Interstate 95 over Pennypack Cr.&service RD

Fair

Philadelphia County, Pennsylvania · Near State Road 3482G05 · Structure no. 000000000038643

Built
1965
60 years old, rebuilt 2005
Condition
Fair
inspected March 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel
Length
435 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
144,328
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Interstate 95 over Pennypack Cr.&service RD is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Interstate 95 over Pennypack Cr.&service RD in Philadelphia County, Pennsylvania. It was built in 1965 and reconstructed in 2005, 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 435 ft (132.6 m) long and 121 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).

CarriesInterstate 95
CrossesPennypack Cr.&service RD
LocationNear State Road 3482G05
RouteInterstate 95
Coordinates40.03328, -75.02018
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.
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionMarch 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour within limits of footing or piles
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating73 US tons
Inventory rating44 US tons

Structure

MaterialSteel
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans4
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length435 ft (132.6 m)
Longest span119 ft (36.3 m)
Deck width121 ft (36.9 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 structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
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$3.9 million
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Interstate 95 over Pennypack Cr.&service RD built?

It was built in 1965, making it 60 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2005.

What condition is Interstate 95 over Pennypack Cr.&service 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 March 2024.

How much traffic does Interstate 95 over Pennypack Cr.&service RD carry?

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

How long is Interstate 95 over Pennypack Cr.&service RD?

The structure is 435 ft (132.6 m) long with a longest span of 119 ft (36.3 m) and a deck 121 ft wide.

Who owns Interstate 95 over Pennypack Cr.&service RD?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.