US Bridges

Pa Tpk (I-76) over Pa Tpk Rp Cd

Fair

Chester County, Pennsylvania · Downingtown Interchange · Structure no. 000000000010745

Built
1950
75 years old, rebuilt 1990
Condition
Fair
inspected August 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel
Length
52 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
47,120
2004 count
Owner
Toll Authority
State Toll Authority

About this bridge

Pa Tpk (I-76) over Pa Tpk Rp Cd is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Pa Tpk (I-76) over Pa Tpk Rp Cd in Chester County, Pennsylvania. It was built in 1950 and reconstructed in 1990, so it is 75 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 47,120 vehicles a day, roughly 18% of them trucks, projected to reach 56,710 by 2030. The structure is 52 ft (15.8 m) long and 97 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 24.2 mi (39 km).

Location

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CarriesPa Tpk (I-76)
CrossesPa Tpk Rp Cd
LocationDowningtown Interchange
RouteInterstate 76
CountyChester County
StatePennsylvania
Coordinates40.06785, -75.66649
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.
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 2024
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 rating65 US tons
Inventory rating39 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20
Structure length52 ft (15.8 m)
Longest span48 ft (14.6 m)
Deck width97 ft (29.7 m)
Roadway width94 ft (28.8 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic47,120 (2004)
Projected traffic56,710 by 2030
Trucks18%
Lanes on structure5
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed24.2 mi (39 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 proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$987,000
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was Pa Tpk (I-76) over Pa Tpk Rp Cd built?

It was built in 1950, making it 75 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1990.

What condition is Pa Tpk (I-76) over Pa Tpk Rp Cd 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 2024.

How much traffic does Pa Tpk (I-76) over Pa Tpk Rp Cd carry?

About 47,120 vehicles per day (2004 count), of which roughly 18% are trucks.

How long is Pa Tpk (I-76) over Pa Tpk Rp Cd?

The structure is 52 ft (15.8 m) long with a longest span of 48 ft (14.6 m) and a deck 97 ft wide.

Who owns Pa Tpk (I-76) over Pa Tpk Rp Cd?

It is owned by the State Toll Authority.