US Bridges

Pa Tpk (I-476) over Fox Trail RD

Fair

Carbon County, Pennsylvania · 6 MI S of Pocono Interch. · Structure no. 000000000009167

Built
1956
69 years old, rebuilt 1989
Condition
Fair
inspected June 2023
Type
Box Beam or Girders - Multiple
Prestressed Concrete
Length
80 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
22,198
2001 count
Owner
Toll Authority
State Toll Authority

About this bridge

Pa Tpk (I-476) over Fox Trail RD is a prestressed concrete box beam or girders - multiple carrying Pa Tpk (I-476) over Fox Trail RD 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 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 22,198 vehicles a day, roughly 22% of them trucks, projected to reach 30,443 by 2030. The structure is 80 ft (24.4 m) long and 79 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 11.8 mi (19 km).

Location

Open in Google Maps
CarriesPa Tpk (I-476)
CrossesFox Trail RD
Location6 MI S of Pocono Interch.
RouteInterstate 476
CountyCarbon County
StatePennsylvania
Coordinates41.0356, -75.65911
Functional classUrban 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.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionJune 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating83 US tons
Inventory rating60 US tons

Structure

Structure typeBox Beam or Girders - Multiple
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20
Structure length80 ft (24.4 m)
Longest span78 ft (23.8 m)
Deck width79 ft (24 m)
Roadway width73 ft (22.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic22,198 (2001)
Projected traffic30,443 by 2030
Trucks22%
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$894,000
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was Pa Tpk (I-476) over Fox Trail RD 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 Fox Trail RD 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 June 2023.

How much traffic does Pa Tpk (I-476) over Fox Trail RD carry?

About 22,198 vehicles per day (2001 count), of which roughly 22% are trucks.

How long is Pa Tpk (I-476) over Fox Trail RD?

The structure is 80 ft (24.4 m) long with a longest span of 78 ft (23.8 m) and a deck 79 ft wide.

Who owns Pa Tpk (I-476) over Fox Trail RD?

It is owned by the State Toll Authority.