US Bridges

Interstate 95 (sb) over Palmer Montgomery Berks

Good

Philadelphia County, Pennsylvania · Near Cumberland ST3590K05 · Structure no. 000000000057492

Built
2020
5 years old
Condition
Good
inspected January 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel Continuous
Length
1,406 ft
11 main spans
Daily traffic
66,507
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Interstate 95 (sb) over Palmer Montgomery Berks is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Interstate 95 (sb) over Palmer Montgomery Berks in Philadelphia County, Pennsylvania. It was built in 2020, so it is 5 years old, younger than the Pennsylvania average of 54.8 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in good condition with a lowest component rating of 9 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 66,507 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 103,277 by 2032. The structure is 1,406 ft (428.5 m) long and 82 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.8 mi (11 km).

Location

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CarriesInterstate 95 (sb)
CrossesPalmer Montgomery Berks
LocationNear Cumberland ST3590K05
RouteInterstate 95
CountyPhiladelphia County
StatePennsylvania
Coordinates39.96988, -75.12614
Functional classUrban Principal Arterial - Interstate

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck9 ExcellentNo problems noted.
Superstructure9 ExcellentNo problems noted.
Substructure9 ExcellentNo problems noted.
Last inspectionJanuary 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating46.7 US tons
Inventory rating41.8 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans11
Design loadHL 93
Structure length1,406 ft (428.5 m)
Longest span143 ft (43.6 m)
Deck width82 ft (25 m)
Roadway width64 ft (19.5 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic66,507 (2023)
Projected traffic103,277 by 2032
Trucks7%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed6.8 mi (11 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkInterstate STRAHNET route

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
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 Interstate 95 (sb) over Palmer Montgomery Berks built?

It was built in 2020, making it 5 years old in 2025.

What condition is Interstate 95 (sb) over Palmer Montgomery Berks in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in good condition. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. The last reported inspection was in January 2024.

How much traffic does Interstate 95 (sb) over Palmer Montgomery Berks carry?

About 66,507 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.

How long is Interstate 95 (sb) over Palmer Montgomery Berks?

The structure is 1,406 ft (428.5 m) long with a longest span of 143 ft (43.6 m) and a deck 82 ft wide.

Who owns Interstate 95 (sb) over Palmer Montgomery Berks?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.