US Bridges

Ramp Nv S.B. Off over Fairmount Avenue

Fair

Philadelphia County, Pennsylvania · Vine ST Interch. 3590H07 · Structure no. 000000000039345

Built
1975
50 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected April 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel
Length
61 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
16,746
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Ramp Nv S.B. Off over Fairmount Avenue is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Ramp Nv S.B. Off over Fairmount Avenue in Philadelphia County, Pennsylvania. It was built in 1975, so it is 50 years old, younger 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 16,746 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 35,492 by 2032. The structure is 61 ft (18.6 m) long and 64 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

Location

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CarriesRamp Nv S.B. Off
CrossesFairmount Avenue
LocationVine ST Interch. 3590H07
RouteState Highway 0
CountyPhiladelphia County
StatePennsylvania
Coordinates39.96173, -75.14039
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.
Last inspectionApril 2023
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 geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating92 US tons
Inventory rating55 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length61 ft (18.6 m)
Longest span57 ft (17.4 m)
Deck width64 ft (19.5 m)
Roadway width60 ft (18.3 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic16,746 (2024)
Projected traffic35,492 by 2032
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure3
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
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 Ramp Nv S.B. Off over Fairmount Avenue built?

It was built in 1975, making it 50 years old in 2025.

What condition is Ramp Nv S.B. Off over Fairmount Avenue 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 April 2023.

How much traffic does Ramp Nv S.B. Off over Fairmount Avenue carry?

About 16,746 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is Ramp Nv S.B. Off over Fairmount Avenue?

The structure is 61 ft (18.6 m) long with a longest span of 57 ft (17.4 m) and a deck 64 ft wide.

Who owns Ramp Nv S.B. Off over Fairmount Avenue?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.