US Bridges

Pa Tpk (I-76) over I-70 & SR 2035(LR 05021)

Fair

Bedford County, Pennsylvania · East of Breezewood Intg · Structure no. 000000000004455

Built
2003
22 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected October 2022
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel Continuous
Length
587 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
20,195
1999 count
Owner
Toll Authority
State Toll Authority

About this bridge

Pa Tpk (I-76) over I-70 & SR 2035(LR 05021) is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Pa Tpk (I-76) over I-70 & SR 2035(LR 05021) in Bedford County, Pennsylvania. It was built in 2003, so it is 22 years old, younger 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 20,195 vehicles a day, roughly 37% of them trucks, projected to reach 25,854 by 2030. The structure is 587 ft (178.9 m) long and 60 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

Location

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CarriesPa Tpk (I-76)
CrossesI-70 & SR 2035(LR 05021)
LocationEast of Breezewood Intg
RouteInterstate 76
CountyBedford County
StatePennsylvania
Coordinates39.985, -78.24333
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.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionOctober 2022
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating73 US tons
Inventory rating44 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans4
Design loadHL 93
Structure length587 ft (178.9 m)
Longest span165 ft (50.3 m)
Deck width60 ft (18.4 m)
Roadway width57 ft (17.5 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic20,195 (1999)
Projected traffic25,854 by 2030
Trucks37%
Lanes on structure3
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 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$3.3 million
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was Pa Tpk (I-76) over I-70 & SR 2035(LR 05021) built?

It was built in 2003, making it 22 years old in 2025.

What condition is Pa Tpk (I-76) over I-70 & SR 2035(LR 05021) 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 I-70 & SR 2035(LR 05021) carry?

About 20,195 vehicles per day (1999 count), of which roughly 37% are trucks.

How long is Pa Tpk (I-76) over I-70 & SR 2035(LR 05021)?

The structure is 587 ft (178.9 m) long with a longest span of 165 ft (50.3 m) and a deck 60 ft wide.

Who owns Pa Tpk (I-76) over I-70 & SR 2035(LR 05021)?

It is owned by the State Toll Authority.