US Bridges

On Rmp.A to 76 WB over Reed Street;side Street

Fair

Philadelphia County, Pennsylvania · S.Grays Ferry Av. 3699J01 · Structure no. 000000000039389

Built
1956
69 years old, rebuilt 1984
Condition
Fair
inspected February 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel
Length
320 ft
5 main spans
Daily traffic
6,958
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

On Rmp.A to 76 WB over Reed Street;side Street is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying On Rmp.A to 76 WB over Reed Street;side Street in Philadelphia County, Pennsylvania. It was built in 1956 and reconstructed in 1984, so it is 69 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 6,958 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,344 by 2032. The structure is 320 ft (97.5 m) long and 24 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesOn Rmp.A to 76 WB
CrossesReed Street;side Street
LocationS.Grays Ferry Av. 3699J01
RouteState Highway 0
Coordinates39.93715, -75.1987
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 inspectionFebruary 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 geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Operating rating67 US tons
Inventory rating40 US tons

Structure

MaterialSteel
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans5
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length320 ft (97.5 m)
Longest span65 ft (19.8 m)
Deck width24 ft (7.3 m)
Roadway width20 ft (6.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic6,958 (2024)
Projected traffic6,344 by 2032
Trucks7%
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$246,000
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was On Rmp.A to 76 WB over Reed Street;side Street built?

It was built in 1956, making it 69 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1984.

What condition is On Rmp.A to 76 WB over Reed Street;side Street 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 2024.

How much traffic does On Rmp.A to 76 WB over Reed Street;side Street carry?

About 6,958 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.

How long is On Rmp.A to 76 WB over Reed Street;side Street?

The structure is 320 ft (97.5 m) long with a longest span of 65 ft (19.8 m) and a deck 24 ft wide.

Who owns On Rmp.A to 76 WB over Reed Street;side Street?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.