FHWA NBI 2024 Inspection record Public-domain dataset

RAMP A OFF RAMP

Carrying RAMP A OFF RAMP over SCHUYLKILL RIVER BANK

76WB RMP.CHESTNUT 3590A09, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Data updated May 2026

FHWA NBI record, refreshed with each annual release.

Fair
54 t Inventory load rating

Bridge Snapshot: RAMP A OFF RAMP

The RAMP A OFF RAMP bridge in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania carries RAMP A OFF RAMP over SCHUYLKILL RIVER BANK. It was built in 1955, making it 71 years old today. It was last reconstructed in 1984, extending its service life. The structure is built primarily of steel and spans 12 sections, stretching 129.5 meters (425 feet) end to end. Daily traffic averages 11,765 vehicles, placing it in the heavily-trafficked tier of Pennsylvania bridges. It is owned and maintained by State Highway Agency.

The latest FHWA inspection records show a deck rating of 8/9, superstructure at 6/9, substructure at 5/9. The weakest component sits in fair condition. None of this bridge's reported major components fall into the Poor condition range. Its NBI inventory load rating is 54.4 metric tons.

Sourced from the FHWA National Bridge Inventory. See our methodology for refresh cadence and NBI release vintage.

How RAMP A OFF RAMP compares

▲ 15.1
Load rating vs Pennsylvania average (39.3 t)
Top 10%
Higher load rating than 90% of Pennsylvania bridges
584
Bridges in Philadelphia · 64 in Poor condition
RAMP A OFF RAMP 54.4 t
Pennsylvania average 39.3 t

Live comparison across Pennsylvania.

Historical Sufficiency Rating

PlainBridge-computed
79.6 / 100 - historical 50–79.9 band
Structural adequacy /55
45.0
Serviceability /30
23.0
Essentiality /15
11.6
Special reductions
0

FHWA discontinued this calculated item; it does not determine current condition, funding eligibility, posting, or closure. How the historical reference is calculated.

Condition Ratings

Deck
8/9
Good (7–9)
Superstructure
6/9
Fair (5–6)
Substructure
5/9
Fair (5–6)
Inventory Load Rating
54.4 t
NBI inventory level (metric tons)
Overall Condition
Fair

Full 0–9 scale + sufficiency-rating breakdown: how condition ratings work.

Structural Details

Year Built
1955
Last Reconstructed
1984
Material
Steel
Number of Spans
12
Structure Length
129.5 m (425 ft)
Deck Width
9.0 m (30 ft)
Owner
State Highway Agency
Avg Daily Traffic
11,765 vehicles/day
Structure Number
000000000039368

Condition Analysis

  • At 8/9, the deck (driving surface) is in good shape and shows no significant wear.
  • At 6/9, the superstructure (beams and supports above the deck) shows fair condition, with minor wear flagged for upkeep.
  • The substructure (piers and abutments) is in fair condition (5/9), with minor deterioration that may require routine maintenance.

How to read this record

This page shows what the last federal inspection recorded, not whether RAMP A OFF RAMP is safe to cross today. Here is how to use it.

  • NBI condition ratings reflect the latest record in this annual dataset, not a live status. Current routine inspection intervals are risk-based.
  • Learn how the 0–9 condition scale and Good/Fair/Poor categories are defined. How condition ratings work
  • Compare RAMP A OFF RAMP against other structures in Philadelphia and across Pennsylvania. Pennsylvania bridges
  • Noticed visible damage or a safety concern? Report it to the agency that owns the bridge, or call 911 in an emergency. How to report a bridge

Condition codes come straight from the FHWA National Bridge Inventory and are not a real-time safety judgment. Only the owning agency, a state DOT, county, or other owner, can post, restrict, or close a bridge.

Frequently Asked Questions

What do the condition ratings mean for RAMP A OFF RAMP?

RAMP A OFF RAMP in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania has a deck rating of 8/9, superstructure rating of 6/9, and substructure rating of 5/9 on the FHWA's 0–9 scale.

How often is RAMP A OFF RAMP inspected?

RAMP A OFF RAMP's responsible agency sets its routine interval under FHWA's risk-based inspection rules; this page does not expose the scheduled interval. It carries about 11,765 vehicles per day.

What does “structurally deficient” mean in older bridge reports?

FHWA retired that reported status beginning with the 2018 archive. RAMP A OFF RAMP is currently shown as Fair condition from its component ratings; that category is not a live closure or safety decision.

What is the inventory load rating for RAMP A OFF RAMP?

RAMP A OFF RAMP has an NBI inventory load rating of 54.4 metric tons.

Who is responsible for maintaining RAMP A OFF RAMP?

RAMP A OFF RAMP is owned and maintained by State Highway Agency.

How old is RAMP A OFF RAMP and does age affect safety?

RAMP A OFF RAMP was built in 1955, making it 71 years old and last reconstructed in 1984.

Disclaimer: Bridge condition data is from the FHWA NBI and reflects the last reported inspection. A Poor condition rating is not a live declaration that a bridge is closed or unsafe for travel. For current closure, posting, or safety information, contact the responsible transportation agency.

Data sourced from the Federal Highway Administration National Bridge Inventory. See our methodology for details. Retrieved and formatted by PlainBridges

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