US Bridges

Academy RD Ext over Interstate 95

Fair

Philadelphia County, Pennsylvania · I-95 & Academy RD.3483A03 · Structure no. 000000000038773

Built
1965
60 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected February 2022
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel
Length
167 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
34,548
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Academy RD Ext over Interstate 95 is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Academy RD Ext over Interstate 95 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 6 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 34,548 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 36,176 by 2032. The structure is 167 ft (50.9 m) long and 46 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

CarriesAcademy RD Ext
CrossesInterstate 95
LocationI-95 & Academy RD.3483A03
RouteState Highway 0
Coordinates40.04796, -74.99946
Functional classUrban Other Principal Arterial

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.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionFebruary 2022
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating110.1 US tons
Inventory rating70 US tons

Structure

MaterialSteel
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length167 ft (50.9 m)
Longest span85 ft (25.9 m)
Deck width46 ft (13.9 m)
Roadway width40 ft (12.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic34,548 (2023)
Projected traffic36,176 by 2032
Trucks6%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

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$268,000
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was Academy RD Ext over Interstate 95 built?

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

What condition is Academy RD Ext over Interstate 95 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 February 2022.

How much traffic does Academy RD Ext over Interstate 95 carry?

About 34,548 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.

How long is Academy RD Ext over Interstate 95?

The structure is 167 ft (50.9 m) long with a longest span of 85 ft (25.9 m) and a deck 46 ft wide.

Who owns Academy RD Ext over Interstate 95?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.