US Bridges

Pa Tpk (I-476) over T-437 (pohopoco Dr.)

Good

Carbon County, Pennsylvania · Mahoning Valley Interch. · Structure no. 000000000052506

Built
2015
10 years old
Condition
Good
inspected June 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
82 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
22,198
2001 count
Owner
Toll Authority
State Toll Authority

About this bridge

Pa Tpk (I-476) over T-437 (pohopoco Dr.) is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Pa Tpk (I-476) over T-437 (pohopoco Dr.) in Carbon County, Pennsylvania. It was built in 2015, so it is 10 years old, younger 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 22,198 vehicles a day, roughly 22% of them trucks, projected to reach 30,443 by 2030. The structure is 82 ft (25 m) long and 94 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 11.8 mi (19 km).

Location

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CarriesPa Tpk (I-476)
CrossesT-437 (pohopoco Dr.)
LocationMahoning Valley Interch.
RouteInterstate 476
CountyCarbon County
StatePennsylvania
Coordinates40.84005, -75.66582
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.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJune 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating57.5 US tons
Inventory rating42.9 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1
Design loadHL 93
Structure length82 ft (25 m)
Longest span81 ft (24.7 m)
Deck width94 ft (28.6 m)
Roadway width89 ft (27 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 statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was Pa Tpk (I-476) over T-437 (pohopoco Dr.) built?

It was built in 2015, making it 10 years old in 2025.

What condition is Pa Tpk (I-476) over T-437 (pohopoco Dr.) 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 June 2023.

How much traffic does Pa Tpk (I-476) over T-437 (pohopoco Dr.) carry?

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

How long is Pa Tpk (I-476) over T-437 (pohopoco Dr.)?

The structure is 82 ft (25 m) long with a longest span of 81 ft (24.7 m) and a deck 94 ft wide.

Who owns Pa Tpk (I-476) over T-437 (pohopoco Dr.)?

It is owned by the State Toll Authority.