US Bridges

Interstate 95 N.B. over Poquessing CR & Grant Av

Fair

Philadelphia County, Pennsylvania · Nr.Grant Av 3483D01 · Structure no. 000000000038655

Built
1965
60 years old, rebuilt 1981
Condition
Fair
inspected March 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel Continuous
Length
281 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
72,213
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Interstate 95 N.B. over Poquessing CR & Grant Av is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Interstate 95 N.B. over Poquessing CR & Grant Av in Philadelphia County, Pennsylvania. It was built in 1965 and reconstructed in 1981, 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 72,213 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 80,414 by 2032. The structure is 281 ft (85.6 m) long and 50 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesInterstate 95 N.B.
CrossesPoquessing CR & Grant Av
LocationNr.Grant Av 3483D01
RouteInterstate 95
Coordinates40.05511, -74.98454
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.
Substructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
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 geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating59 US tons
Inventory rating35.1 US tons

Structure

MaterialSteel Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans2 (+1 approach)
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length281 ft (85.6 m)
Longest span142 ft (43.3 m)
Deck width50 ft (15.1 m)
Roadway width44 ft (13.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic72,213 (2024)
Projected traffic80,414 by 2032
Trucks6%
Lanes on structure3
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway and waterway
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$340,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Interstate 95 N.B. over Poquessing CR & Grant Av built?

It was built in 1965, making it 60 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1981.

What condition is Interstate 95 N.B. over Poquessing CR & Grant Av 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 N.B. over Poquessing CR & Grant Av carry?

About 72,213 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.

How long is Interstate 95 N.B. over Poquessing CR & Grant Av?

The structure is 281 ft (85.6 m) long with a longest span of 142 ft (43.3 m) and a deck 50 ft wide.

Who owns Interstate 95 N.B. over Poquessing CR & Grant Av?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.