US Bridges

Turnpike I-70&I-76 over SR 2027(LR 05093);B-519

Fair

Bedford County, Pennsylvania · Everett · Structure no. 000000000004440

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

About this bridge

Turnpike I-70&I-76 over SR 2027(LR 05093);B-519 is a concrete tee beam carrying Turnpike I-70&I-76 over SR 2027(LR 05093);B-519 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 30 ft (9.1 m) long and 73 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).

Location

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CarriesTurnpike I-70&I-76
CrossesSR 2027(LR 05093);B-519
LocationEverett
RouteInterstate 76
CountyBedford County
StatePennsylvania
Coordinates40.00339, -78.37889
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
Deck6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Superstructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Substructure5 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
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating75.9 US tons
Inventory rating48 US tons

Structure

Structure typeTee Beam
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20
Structure length30 ft (9.1 m)
Longest span28 ft (8.5 m)
Deck width73 ft (22.3 m)
Roadway width70 ft (21.2 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
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed5 mi (8 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$564,000
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was Turnpike I-70&I-76 over SR 2027(LR 05093);B-519 built?

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

What condition is Turnpike I-70&I-76 over SR 2027(LR 05093);B-519 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 Turnpike I-70&I-76 over SR 2027(LR 05093);B-519 carry?

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

How long is Turnpike I-70&I-76 over SR 2027(LR 05093);B-519?

The structure is 30 ft (9.1 m) long with a longest span of 28 ft (8.5 m) and a deck 73 ft wide.

Who owns Turnpike I-70&I-76 over SR 2027(LR 05093);B-519?

It is owned by the State Toll Authority.