US Bridges

Ramp H N.B. on over Juniata Almond Thomson

Fair

Philadelphia County, Pennsylvania · Betsy Ross Bridge 3591H01 · Structure no. 000000000039384

Built
1975
50 years old, rebuilt 2022
Condition
Fair
inspected April 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel Continuous
Length
1,416 ft
7 main spans
Daily traffic
5,675
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Ramp H N.B. on over Juniata Almond Thomson is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Ramp H N.B. on over Juniata Almond Thomson in Philadelphia County, Pennsylvania. It was built in 1975 and reconstructed in 2022, 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 5,675 vehicles a day, roughly 25% of them trucks, projected to reach 15,490 by 2032. The structure is 1,416 ft (431.6 m) long and 34 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

Location

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CarriesRamp H N.B. on
CrossesJuniata Almond Thomson
LocationBetsy Ross Bridge 3591H01
RouteState Highway 0
CountyPhiladelphia County
StatePennsylvania
Coordinates39.99748, -75.08044
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.
Superstructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
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 rating68 US tons
Inventory rating35.1 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans7 (+11 approach)
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length1,416 ft (431.6 m)
Longest span145 ft (44.2 m)
Deck width34 ft (10.4 m)
Roadway width30 ft (9.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic5,675 (2024)
Projected traffic15,490 by 2032
Trucks25%
Lanes on structure1
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 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 H N.B. on over Juniata Almond Thomson built?

It was built in 1975, making it 50 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2022.

What condition is Ramp H N.B. on over Juniata Almond Thomson 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 H N.B. on over Juniata Almond Thomson carry?

About 5,675 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 25% are trucks.

How long is Ramp H N.B. on over Juniata Almond Thomson?

The structure is 1,416 ft (431.6 m) long with a longest span of 145 ft (44.2 m) and a deck 34 ft wide.

Who owns Ramp H N.B. on over Juniata Almond Thomson?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.