On Ramp from Univ. over Schuylkill Tide Water
FairPhiladelphia County, Pennsylvania · Univ.Ave.Interch. 3589K10 · Structure no. 000000000039388
- Built
- 1958
- 67 years old, rebuilt 1986
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected June 2024
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Concrete
- Length
- 2,215 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 9,172
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
On Ramp from Univ. over Schuylkill Tide Water is a concrete tee beam carrying On Ramp from Univ. over Schuylkill Tide Water in Philadelphia County, Pennsylvania. It was built in 1958 and reconstructed in 1986, so it is 67 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 9,172 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 12,286 by 2032. The structure is 2,215 ft (675.1 m) long and 33 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Channel and channel protection | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was On Ramp from Univ. over Schuylkill Tide Water built?
It was built in 1958, making it 67 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1986.
What condition is On Ramp from Univ. over Schuylkill Tide Water 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 On Ramp from Univ. over Schuylkill Tide Water carry?
About 9,172 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.
How long is On Ramp from Univ. over Schuylkill Tide Water?
The structure is 2,215 ft (675.1 m) long with a longest span of 44 ft (13.4 m) and a deck 33 ft wide.
Who owns On Ramp from Univ. over Schuylkill Tide Water?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.