US Bridges

Pa Tpk (I-476) over SR 0534; Lr 13018

Fair

Carbon County, Pennsylvania · 4 MI W of Albrightsville · Structure no. 000000000009165

Built
1956
69 years old, rebuilt 1989
Condition
Fair
inspected July 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel Continuous
Length
112 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
24,228
2004 count
Owner
Toll Authority
State Toll Authority

About this bridge

Pa Tpk (I-476) over SR 0534; Lr 13018 is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Pa Tpk (I-476) over SR 0534; Lr 13018 in Carbon County, Pennsylvania. It was built in 1956 and reconstructed in 1989, 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 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 24,228 vehicles a day, roughly 20% of them trucks, projected to reach 32,159 by 2030. The structure is 112 ft (34.1 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 0534; Lr 13018
Location4 MI W of Albrightsville
RouteInterstate 476
CountyCarbon County
StatePennsylvania
Coordinates41.00948, -75.63659
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
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.
Substructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionJuly 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating75.9 US tons
Inventory rating45 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length112 ft (34.1 m)
Longest span43 ft (13.1 m)
Deck width64 ft (19.4 m)
Roadway width58 ft (17.7 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 proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was Pa Tpk (I-476) over SR 0534; Lr 13018 built?

It was built in 1956, making it 69 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1989.

What condition is Pa Tpk (I-476) over SR 0534; Lr 13018 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 July 2023.

How much traffic does Pa Tpk (I-476) over SR 0534; Lr 13018 carry?

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

How long is Pa Tpk (I-476) over SR 0534; Lr 13018?

The structure is 112 ft (34.1 m) long with a longest span of 43 ft (13.1 m) and a deck 64 ft wide.

Who owns Pa Tpk (I-476) over SR 0534; Lr 13018?

It is owned by the State Toll Authority.