US Bridges

I80 EB (LR1009) over Ramps G & H SR 8004

Poor

Carbon County, Pennsylvania · Exit 277(42)TPKE-PA940 · Structure no. 000000000008976

Built
1965
60 years old, rebuilt 1985
Condition
Poor
inspected August 2024
Type
Box Beam or Girders - Multiple
Prestressed Concrete
Length
126 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
9,892
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

I80 EB (LR1009) over Ramps G & H SR 8004 is a prestressed concrete box beam or girders - multiple carrying I80 EB (LR1009) over Ramps G & H SR 8004 in Carbon County, Pennsylvania. It was built in 1965 and reconstructed in 1985, so it is 60 years old, older than the Pennsylvania average of 54.8 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in poor condition with a lowest component rating of 4 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.

It carries about 9,892 vehicles a day, roughly 38% of them trucks, projected to reach 14,093 by 2032. The structure is 126 ft (38.4 m) long and 64 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

CarriesI80 EB (LR1009)
CrossesRamps G & H SR 8004
LocationExit 277(42)TPKE-PA940
RouteInterstate 80
Coordinates41.06628, -75.70205
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Interstate

Condition and inspection

Poor

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Superstructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Substructure4 PoorAdvanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionAugust 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating60 US tons
Inventory rating33 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length126 ft (38.4 m)
Longest span60 ft (18.3 m)
Deck width64 ft (19.4 m)
Roadway width60 ft (18.3 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic9,892 (2024)
Projected traffic14,093 by 2032
Trucks38%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed3.1 mi (5 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkInterstate STRAHNET route

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was I80 EB (LR1009) over Ramps G & H SR 8004 built?

It was built in 1965, making it 60 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1985.

What condition is I80 EB (LR1009) over Ramps G & H SR 8004 in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in poor condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. The last reported inspection was in August 2024.

How much traffic does I80 EB (LR1009) over Ramps G & H SR 8004 carry?

About 9,892 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 38% are trucks.

How long is I80 EB (LR1009) over Ramps G & H SR 8004?

The structure is 126 ft (38.4 m) long with a longest span of 60 ft (18.3 m) and a deck 64 ft wide.

Who owns I80 EB (LR1009) over Ramps G & H SR 8004?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.