US Bridges

Pa Tpk (I-76) over Brush Creek

Fair

Bedford County, Pennsylvania · North of Mench · Structure no. 000000000004448

Built
1939
86 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected October 2022
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
104 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
33,684
2001 count
Owner
Toll Authority
State Toll Authority

About this bridge

Pa Tpk (I-76) over Brush Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Pa Tpk (I-76) over Brush 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 33,684 vehicles a day, roughly 36% of them trucks, projected to reach 38,535 by 2030. The structure is 104 ft (31.7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).

Location

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CarriesPa Tpk (I-76)
CrossesBrush Creek
LocationNorth of Mench
RouteInterstate 76
CountyBedford County
StatePennsylvania
Coordinates39.98933, -78.30886
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 inspectionOctober 2022
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
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 rating98.9 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length104 ft (31.7 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 traffic33,684 (2001)
Projected traffic38,535 by 2030
Trucks36%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
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 proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

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

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

What condition is Pa Tpk (I-76) over Brush 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 October 2022.

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

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

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

The structure is 104 ft (31.7 m) long with a longest span of 52 ft (15.8 m).

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

It is owned by the State Toll Authority.