US Bridges

Pa Tpk (I-476) over Pa Tpk (I-476) Rp Ab

Fair

Carbon County, Pennsylvania · Pocono Interchange · Structure no. 000000000009172

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

About this bridge

Pa Tpk (I-476) over Pa Tpk (I-476) Rp Ab is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Pa Tpk (I-476) over Pa Tpk (I-476) Rp Ab 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 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 23,657 vehicles a day, roughly 20% of them trucks, projected to reach 32,200 by 2030. The structure is 42 ft (12.8 m) long and 95 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 km).

Location

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CarriesPa Tpk (I-476)
CrossesPa Tpk (I-476) Rp Ab
LocationPocono Interchange
RouteInterstate 476
CountyCarbon County
StatePennsylvania
Coordinates41.07364, -75.70643
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.
Substructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionAugust 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 geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating89 US tons
Inventory rating53 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20
Structure length42 ft (12.8 m)
Longest span40 ft (12.2 m)
Deck width95 ft (29 m)
Roadway width45 ft (13.7 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic23,657 (2011)
Projected traffic32,200 by 2030
Trucks20%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed6.2 mi (10 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 proposedDeck rehabilitation with only incidental widening
Estimated improvement cost$477,000
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was Pa Tpk (I-476) over Pa Tpk (I-476) Rp Ab 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 Pa Tpk (I-476) Rp Ab 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 Pa Tpk (I-476) Rp Ab carry?

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

How long is Pa Tpk (I-476) over Pa Tpk (I-476) Rp Ab?

The structure is 42 ft (12.8 m) long with a longest span of 40 ft (12.2 m) and a deck 95 ft wide.

Who owns Pa Tpk (I-476) over Pa Tpk (I-476) Rp Ab?

It is owned by the State Toll Authority.