US Bridges

Pa Tpk (I-76) over Cove Creek

Fair

Bedford County, Pennsylvania · Ashcom · Structure no. 000000000004432

Built
1939
86 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected September 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
115 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
36,252
2004 count
Owner
Toll Authority
State Toll Authority

About this bridge

Pa Tpk (I-76) over Cove Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Pa Tpk (I-76) over Cove Creek in Bedford County, Pennsylvania. It was built in 1939, so it is 86 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 36,252 vehicles a day, roughly 33% of them trucks, projected to reach 40,900 by 2030. The structure is 115 ft (35.1 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

Location

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CarriesPa Tpk (I-76)
CrossesCove Creek
LocationAshcom
RouteInterstate 76
CountyBedford County
StatePennsylvania
Coordinates40.00328, -78.42303
Functional classRural 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
Channel and channel protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Culvert5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionSeptember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; action required to protect exposed foundations
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating79 US tons
Inventory rating47 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length115 ft (35.1 m)
Longest span52 ft (15.8 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic36,252 (2004)
Projected traffic40,900 by 2030
Trucks33%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.7 mi (6 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 statusHistorical significance not determinable at this time
Work proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$973,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Pa Tpk (I-76) over Cove Creek built?

It was built in 1939, making it 86 years old in 2025.

What condition is Pa Tpk (I-76) over Cove Creek 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 September 2024.

How much traffic does Pa Tpk (I-76) over Cove Creek carry?

About 36,252 vehicles per day (2004 count), of which roughly 33% are trucks.

How long is Pa Tpk (I-76) over Cove Creek?

The structure is 115 ft (35.1 m) long with a longest span of 52 ft (15.8 m).

Who owns Pa Tpk (I-76) over Cove Creek?

It is owned by the State Toll Authority.