US Bridges

Race ST/I-676 over North 5th Street

Fair

Philadelphia County, Pennsylvania · Race ST to Vine ST · Structure no. 000000000054728

Built
1933
92 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected July 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel
Length
33 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
3
2020 count
Owner
Toll Authority
Local Toll Authority

About this bridge

Race ST/I-676 over North 5th Street is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Race ST/I-676 over North 5th Street in Philadelphia County, Pennsylvania. It was built in 1933, so it is 92 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 6 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 3 vehicles a day, projected to reach 4 by 2040. The structure is 33 ft (10.1 m) long and 148 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.1 mi (13 km).

Location

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CarriesRace ST/I-676
CrossesNorth 5th Street
LocationRace ST to Vine ST
RouteInterstate 676
CountyPhiladelphia County
StatePennsylvania
Coordinates39.95434, -75.14793
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
Superstructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionJuly 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating63.1 US tons
Inventory rating48 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel
DeckNot applicable
Main spans1
Design loadHL 93
Structure length33 ft (10.1 m)
Longest span32 ft (9.8 m)
Deck width148 ft (45.1 m)
Roadway width148 ft (45.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic3 (2020)
Projected traffic4 by 2040
Trucks—
Lanes on structure9
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed8.1 mi (13 km)
TollToll bridge
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerLocal Toll Authority
Maintained byLocal Toll Authority
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedOther structural work, including hydraulic replacements
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was Race ST/I-676 over North 5th Street built?

It was built in 1933, making it 92 years old in 2025.

What condition is Race ST/I-676 over North 5th 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 July 2024.

How much traffic does Race ST/I-676 over North 5th Street carry?

About 3 vehicles per day (2020 count).

How long is Race ST/I-676 over North 5th Street?

The structure is 33 ft (10.1 m) long with a longest span of 32 ft (9.8 m) and a deck 148 ft wide.

Who owns Race ST/I-676 over North 5th Street?

It is owned by the Local Toll Authority.