US Bridges

Pa Tpk (I-76) over Pa Tpk Ramp a

Fair

Beaver County, Pennsylvania · Beaver Valley Interchange · Structure no. 000000000003820

Built
1952
73 years old, rebuilt 1994
Condition
Fair
inspected April 2022
Type
Frame
Concrete
Length
45 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
21,390
2001 count
Owner
Toll Authority
State Toll Authority

About this bridge

Pa Tpk (I-76) over Pa Tpk Ramp a is a concrete frame carrying Pa Tpk (I-76) over Pa Tpk Ramp a in Beaver 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 21,390 vehicles a day, roughly 28% of them trucks, projected to reach 40,780 by 2030. The structure is 45 ft (13.7 m) long and 86 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 21.1 mi (34 km).

Location

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CarriesPa Tpk (I-76)
CrossesPa Tpk Ramp a
LocationBeaver Valley Interchange
RouteInterstate 76
CountyBeaver County
StatePennsylvania
Coordinates40.81384, -80.32461
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.
Superstructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionApril 2022
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating110.1 US tons
Inventory rating78 US tons

Structure

Structure typeFrame
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20
Structure length45 ft (13.7 m)
Longest span38 ft (11.6 m)
Deck width86 ft (26.2 m)
Roadway width82 ft (25 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic21,390 (2001)
Projected traffic40,780 by 2030
Trucks28%
Lanes on structure5
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed21.1 mi (34 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$630,000
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was Pa Tpk (I-76) over Pa Tpk Ramp a 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 Pa Tpk Ramp a 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 April 2022.

How much traffic does Pa Tpk (I-76) over Pa Tpk Ramp a carry?

About 21,390 vehicles per day (2001 count), of which roughly 28% are trucks.

How long is Pa Tpk (I-76) over Pa Tpk Ramp a?

The structure is 45 ft (13.7 m) long with a longest span of 38 ft (11.6 m) and a deck 86 ft wide.

Who owns Pa Tpk (I-76) over Pa Tpk Ramp a?

It is owned by the State Toll Authority.