US Bridges

Penn Lincoln Py over Lr 763-RAMP G

Fair

Allegheny County, Pennsylvania · Over Ramp G Wilkinsburg · Structure no. 000000000001185

Built
1950
75 years old, rebuilt 1971
Condition
Fair
inspected July 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel
Length
80 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
54,792
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Penn Lincoln Py over Lr 763-RAMP G is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Penn Lincoln Py over Lr 763-RAMP G in Allegheny County, Pennsylvania. It was built in 1950 and reconstructed in 1971, so it is 75 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 54,792 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 89,768 by 2032. The structure is 80 ft (24.4 m) long and 86 ft wide.

CarriesPenn Lincoln Py
CrossesLr 763-RAMP G
LocationOver Ramp G Wilkinsburg
RouteInterstate 376
Coordinates40.43626, -79.86581
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
Deck5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Superstructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionJuly 2023
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 geometry7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating60 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

MaterialSteel
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20
Structure length80 ft (24.4 m)
Longest span77 ft (23.5 m)
Deck width86 ft (26.1 m)
Roadway width84 ft (25.5 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic54,792 (2023)
Projected traffic89,768 by 2032
Trucks7%
Lanes on structure5
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed—
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 proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$363,000
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was Penn Lincoln Py over Lr 763-RAMP G built?

It was built in 1950, making it 75 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1971.

What condition is Penn Lincoln Py over Lr 763-RAMP G 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 2023.

How much traffic does Penn Lincoln Py over Lr 763-RAMP G carry?

About 54,792 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.

How long is Penn Lincoln Py over Lr 763-RAMP G?

The structure is 80 ft (24.4 m) long with a longest span of 77 ft (23.5 m) and a deck 86 ft wide.

Who owns Penn Lincoln Py over Lr 763-RAMP G?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.