US Bridges

Shippingport Hi RD over SR 0068 TR 168

Fair

Beaver County, Pennsylvania · @ Shippingport Bridge · Structure no. 000000000003595

Built
1962
63 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected March 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel
Length
57 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
4,489
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Shippingport Hi RD over SR 0068 TR 168 is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Shippingport Hi RD over SR 0068 TR 168 in Beaver County, Pennsylvania. It was built in 1962, so it is 63 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 4,489 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,261 by 2032. The structure is 57 ft (17.4 m) long and 45 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 19.9 mi (32 km).

Location

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CarriesShippingport Hi RD
CrossesSR 0068 TR 168
Location@ Shippingport Bridge
RouteState Highway 168
CountyBeaver County
StatePennsylvania
Coordinates40.62932, -80.43467
Functional classUrban Minor Arterial

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.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionMarch 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Operating rating66 US tons
Inventory rating39 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20
Structure length57 ft (17.4 m)
Longest span53 ft (16.2 m)
Deck width45 ft (13.7 m)
Roadway width45 ft (13.7 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic4,489 (2024)
Projected traffic6,261 by 2032
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure3
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed19.9 mi (32 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

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$151,000
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was Shippingport Hi RD over SR 0068 TR 168 built?

It was built in 1962, making it 63 years old in 2025.

What condition is Shippingport Hi RD over SR 0068 TR 168 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 March 2023.

How much traffic does Shippingport Hi RD over SR 0068 TR 168 carry?

About 4,489 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is Shippingport Hi RD over SR 0068 TR 168?

The structure is 57 ft (17.4 m) long with a longest span of 53 ft (16.2 m) and a deck 45 ft wide.

Who owns Shippingport Hi RD over SR 0068 TR 168?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.