US Bridges

Schuylkill Av West over Schuylkill Expwy Ramp J

Fair

Philadelphia County, Pennsylvania · Ne.Corner 30th ST.3590A08 · Structure no. 000000000039022

Built
1932
93 years old, rebuilt 1958
Condition
Fair
inspected June 2024
Type
Girder and Floorbeam System
Steel
Length
165 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
18,011
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Schuylkill Av West over Schuylkill Expwy Ramp J is a steel girder and floorbeam system carrying Schuylkill Av West over Schuylkill Expwy Ramp J in Philadelphia County, Pennsylvania. It was built in 1932 and reconstructed in 1958, so it is 93 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 18,011 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 33,511 by 2032. The structure is 165 ft (50.3 m) long and 61 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

CarriesSchuylkill Av West
CrossesSchuylkill Expwy Ramp J
LocationNe.Corner 30th ST.3590A08
RouteState Highway 0
Coordinates39.95669, -75.18047
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.
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 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 geometry3: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of corrective action
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating63.1 US tons
Inventory rating37 US tons

Structure

MaterialSteel
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20
Structure length165 ft (50.3 m)
Longest span150 ft (45.7 m)
Deck width61 ft (18.6 m)
Roadway width47 ft (14.3 m)
Vertical clearance over deck14 ft (4.2 m)

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic18,011 (2024)
Projected traffic33,511 by 2032
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure3
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed3.1 mi (5 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—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was Schuylkill Av West over Schuylkill Expwy Ramp J built?

It was built in 1932, making it 93 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1958.

What condition is Schuylkill Av West over Schuylkill Expwy Ramp J 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 Schuylkill Av West over Schuylkill Expwy Ramp J carry?

About 18,011 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is Schuylkill Av West over Schuylkill Expwy Ramp J?

The structure is 165 ft (50.3 m) long with a longest span of 150 ft (45.7 m) and a deck 61 ft wide.

Who owns Schuylkill Av West over Schuylkill Expwy Ramp J?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.