US Bridges

Pa Tpk (I-76) over SR 0022 LR187

Fair

Allegheny County, Pennsylvania · West of Pittsburgh Intg · Structure no. 000000000002104

Built
1952
73 years old, rebuilt 1994
Condition
Fair
inspected June 2022
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel Continuous
Length
229 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
38,689
2004 count
Owner
Toll Authority
State Toll Authority

About this bridge

Pa Tpk (I-76) over SR 0022 LR187 is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Pa Tpk (I-76) over SR 0022 LR187 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 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 38,689 vehicles a day, roughly 17% of them trucks, projected to reach 52,758 by 2030. The structure is 229 ft (69.8 m) long and 93 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 11.8 mi (19 km).

Location

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CarriesPa Tpk (I-76)
CrossesSR 0022 LR187
LocationWest of Pittsburgh Intg
RouteInterstate 76
CountyAllegheny County
StatePennsylvania
Coordinates40.43853, -79.75075
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.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionJune 2022
Inspection intervalevery 48 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 rating85 US tons
Inventory rating51 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length229 ft (69.8 m)
Longest span86 ft (26.2 m)
Deck width93 ft (28.2 m)
Roadway width87 ft (26.5 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic38,689 (2004)
Projected traffic52,758 by 2030
Trucks17%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed11.8 mi (19 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$2 million
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was Pa Tpk (I-76) over SR 0022 LR187 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 SR 0022 LR187 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 June 2022.

How much traffic does Pa Tpk (I-76) over SR 0022 LR187 carry?

About 38,689 vehicles per day (2004 count), of which roughly 17% are trucks.

How long is Pa Tpk (I-76) over SR 0022 LR187?

The structure is 229 ft (69.8 m) long with a longest span of 86 ft (26.2 m) and a deck 93 ft wide.

Who owns Pa Tpk (I-76) over SR 0022 LR187?

It is owned by the State Toll Authority.