US Bridges

Pa Tpk (I-476) over SR 2012

Good

Carbon County, Pennsylvania · 1.5 MI NW Beltzville Lake · Structure no. 000000000009156

Built
1956
69 years old
Condition
Good
inspected July 2023
Type
Tee Beam
Concrete
Length
31 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
24,228
2004 count
Owner
Toll Authority
State Toll Authority

About this bridge

Pa Tpk (I-476) over SR 2012 is a concrete tee beam carrying Pa Tpk (I-476) over SR 2012 in Carbon County, Pennsylvania. It was built in 1956, so it is 69 years old, older than the Pennsylvania average of 54.8 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in good condition with a lowest component rating of 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 24,228 vehicles a day, roughly 20% of them trucks, projected to reach 32,159 by 2030. The structure is 31 ft (9.4 m) long and 64 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 11.8 mi (19 km).

Location

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CarriesPa Tpk (I-476)
CrossesSR 2012
Location1.5 MI NW Beltzville Lake
RouteInterstate 476
CountyCarbon County
StatePennsylvania
Coordinates40.87218, -75.65542
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Interstate

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJuly 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry2: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of replacement
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating45 US tons
Inventory rating27 US tons

Structure

Structure typeTee Beam
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20
Structure length31 ft (9.4 m)
Longest span28 ft (8.5 m)
Deck width64 ft (19.5 m)
Roadway width31 ft (9.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic24,228 (2004)
Projected traffic32,159 by 2030
Trucks20%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed11.8 mi (19 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 statusHistorical significance not determinable at this time
Work proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$116,000
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was Pa Tpk (I-476) over SR 2012 built?

It was built in 1956, making it 69 years old in 2025.

What condition is Pa Tpk (I-476) over SR 2012 in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in good condition. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. The last reported inspection was in July 2023.

How much traffic does Pa Tpk (I-476) over SR 2012 carry?

About 24,228 vehicles per day (2004 count), of which roughly 20% are trucks.

How long is Pa Tpk (I-476) over SR 2012?

The structure is 31 ft (9.4 m) long with a longest span of 28 ft (8.5 m) and a deck 64 ft wide.

Who owns Pa Tpk (I-476) over SR 2012?

It is owned by the State Toll Authority.