US Bridges

Pa Tpk (I-76) over T983 Willow Run CSX Rr*

Fair

Allegheny County, Pennsylvania · West of Butler Val Intg · Structure no. 000000000002063

Built
1952
73 years old, rebuilt 1994
Condition
Fair
inspected July 2024
Type
Girder and Floorbeam System
Steel
Length
591 ft
5 main spans
Daily traffic
30,022
2004 count
Owner
Toll Authority
State Toll Authority

About this bridge

Pa Tpk (I-76) over T983 Willow Run CSX Rr* is a steel girder and floorbeam system carrying Pa Tpk (I-76) over T983 Willow Run CSX Rr* in Allegheny County, Pennsylvania. It was built in 1952 and reconstructed in 1994, so it is 73 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 30,022 vehicles a day, roughly 19% of them trucks, projected to reach 41,682 by 2030. The structure is 591 ft (180.1 m) long and 89 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 21.7 mi (35 km).

CarriesPa Tpk (I-76)
CrossesT983 Willow Run CSX Rr*
LocationWest of Butler Val Intg
RouteInterstate 76
Coordinates40.61287, -79.96851
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.
Superstructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Substructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionJuly 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour within limits of footing or piles
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating67 US tons
Inventory rating40 US tons

Structure

MaterialSteel
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans5 (+2 approach)
Design loadHS 20
Structure length591 ft (180.1 m)
Longest span105 ft (32 m)
Deck width89 ft (27.2 m)
Roadway width85 ft (25.9 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic30,022 (2004)
Projected traffic41,682 by 2030
Trucks19%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway, waterway and railroad
Detour if closed21.7 mi (35 km)
TollOn a toll road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkInterstate STRAHNET route

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Toll Authority
Maintained byState Toll Authority
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$6.3 million
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Pa Tpk (I-76) over T983 Willow Run CSX Rr* built?

It was built in 1952, making it 73 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1994.

What condition is Pa Tpk (I-76) over T983 Willow Run CSX Rr* 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 Pa Tpk (I-76) over T983 Willow Run CSX Rr* carry?

About 30,022 vehicles per day (2004 count), of which roughly 19% are trucks.

How long is Pa Tpk (I-76) over T983 Willow Run CSX Rr*?

The structure is 591 ft (180.1 m) long with a longest span of 105 ft (32 m) and a deck 89 ft wide.

Who owns Pa Tpk (I-76) over T983 Willow Run CSX Rr*?

It is owned by the State Toll Authority.