US Bridges

Pa Tpk (I-76) over Branch Conestoga River

Fair

Berks County, Pennsylvania · Near State Game Lands #52 · Structure no. 000000000005286

Built
1950
75 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected May 2023
Type
Tee Beam
Concrete
Length
24 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
33,608
2001 count
Owner
Toll Authority
State Toll Authority

About this bridge

Pa Tpk (I-76) over Branch Conestoga River is a concrete tee beam carrying Pa Tpk (I-76) over Branch Conestoga River in Berks County, Pennsylvania. It was built in 1950, so it is 75 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 33,608 vehicles a day, roughly 23% of them trucks, projected to reach 40,264 by 2030. The structure is 24 ft (7.3 m) long and 74 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 13 mi (21 km).

Location

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CarriesPa Tpk (I-76)
CrossesBranch Conestoga River
LocationNear State Game Lands #52
RouteInterstate 76
CountyBerks County
StatePennsylvania
Coordinates40.17716, -75.92853
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.
Channel and channel protection4 PoorAdvanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionMay 2023
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
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating73 US tons
Inventory rating44 US tons

Structure

Structure typeTee Beam
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20
Structure length24 ft (7.3 m)
Longest span20 ft (6.1 m)
Deck width74 ft (22.6 m)
Roadway width68 ft (20.8 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic33,608 (2001)
Projected traffic40,264 by 2030
Trucks23%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed13 mi (21 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$201,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Pa Tpk (I-76) over Branch Conestoga River built?

It was built in 1950, making it 75 years old in 2025.

What condition is Pa Tpk (I-76) over Branch Conestoga River 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 May 2023.

How much traffic does Pa Tpk (I-76) over Branch Conestoga River carry?

About 33,608 vehicles per day (2001 count), of which roughly 23% are trucks.

How long is Pa Tpk (I-76) over Branch Conestoga River?

The structure is 24 ft (7.3 m) long with a longest span of 20 ft (6.1 m) and a deck 74 ft wide.

Who owns Pa Tpk (I-76) over Branch Conestoga River?

It is owned by the State Toll Authority.