US Bridges

Pa Tpk (I-476) over SR 0940 LR408

Fair

Carbon County, Pennsylvania · Near Pocono Interchange · Structure no. 000000000009171

Built
1955
70 years old, rebuilt 1989
Condition
Fair
inspected August 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel Continuous
Length
144 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
23,657
2011 count
Owner
Toll Authority
State Toll Authority

About this bridge

Pa Tpk (I-476) over SR 0940 LR408 is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Pa Tpk (I-476) over SR 0940 LR408 in Carbon County, Pennsylvania. It was built in 1955 and reconstructed in 1989, so it is 70 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 23,657 vehicles a day, roughly 20% of them trucks, projected to reach 32,200 by 2030. The structure is 144 ft (43.9 m) long and 65 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.1 mi (13 km).

Location

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CarriesPa Tpk (I-476)
CrossesSR 0940 LR408
LocationNear Pocono Interchange
RouteInterstate 476
CountyCarbon County
StatePennsylvania
Coordinates41.07173, -75.70014
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.
Superstructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionAugust 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 rating88 US tons
Inventory rating53 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length144 ft (43.9 m)
Longest span51 ft (15.5 m)
Deck width65 ft (19.7 m)
Roadway width30 ft (9 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic23,657 (2011)
Projected traffic32,200 by 2030
Trucks20%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed8.1 mi (13 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$1.4 million
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was Pa Tpk (I-476) over SR 0940 LR408 built?

It was built in 1955, making it 70 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1989.

What condition is Pa Tpk (I-476) over SR 0940 LR408 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 August 2023.

How much traffic does Pa Tpk (I-476) over SR 0940 LR408 carry?

About 23,657 vehicles per day (2011 count), of which roughly 20% are trucks.

How long is Pa Tpk (I-476) over SR 0940 LR408?

The structure is 144 ft (43.9 m) long with a longest span of 51 ft (15.5 m) and a deck 65 ft wide.

Who owns Pa Tpk (I-476) over SR 0940 LR408?

It is owned by the State Toll Authority.