US Bridges

Pa Tpk (I-76) over TR Raystown Br

Fair

Bedford County, Pennsylvania · Near Everett Maint.Shed · Structure no. 000000000004437

Built
1939
86 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected September 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
20 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
33,684
2001 count
Owner
Toll Authority
State Toll Authority

About this bridge

Pa Tpk (I-76) over TR Raystown Br is a concrete culvert carrying Pa Tpk (I-76) over TR Raystown Br 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 33,684 vehicles a day, roughly 36% of them trucks, projected to reach 38,535 by 2030. The structure is 20 ft (6.1 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

Location

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CarriesPa Tpk (I-76)
CrossesTR Raystown Br
LocationNear Everett Maint.Shed
RouteInterstate 76
CountyBedford County
StatePennsylvania
Coordinates40.00529, -78.38297
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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
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; scour within limits of footing or piles
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 rating99 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20
Structure length20 ft (6.1 m)
Longest span20 ft (6.1 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic33,684 (2001)
Projected traffic38,535 by 2030
Trucks36%
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 statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$270,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Pa Tpk (I-76) over TR Raystown Br built?

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

What condition is Pa Tpk (I-76) over TR Raystown Br 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 TR Raystown Br carry?

About 33,684 vehicles per day (2001 count), of which roughly 36% are trucks.

How long is Pa Tpk (I-76) over TR Raystown Br?

The structure is 20 ft (6.1 m) long with a longest span of 20 ft (6.1 m).

Who owns Pa Tpk (I-76) over TR Raystown Br?

It is owned by the State Toll Authority.