US Bridges

Pa Tpk (I-76) over SR1003 Norfolk Southern

Fair

Chester County, Pennsylvania · Near Devault · Structure no. 000000000010753

Built
2003
22 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected May 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel Continuous
Length
274 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
42,480
2001 count
Owner
Toll Authority
State Toll Authority

About this bridge

Pa Tpk (I-76) over SR1003 Norfolk Southern is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Pa Tpk (I-76) over SR1003 Norfolk Southern in Chester County, Pennsylvania. It was built in 2003, so it is 22 years old, younger 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 42,480 vehicles a day, roughly 20% of them trucks, projected to reach 52,230 by 2030. The structure is 274 ft (83.5 m) long and 118 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).

Location

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CarriesPa Tpk (I-76)
CrossesSR1003 Norfolk Southern
LocationNear Devault
RouteInterstate 76
CountyChester County
StatePennsylvania
Coordinates40.07673, -75.53933
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
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionMay 2023
Inspection intervalevery 48 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 rating60 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length274 ft (83.5 m)
Longest span140 ft (42.7 m)
Deck width118 ft (36 m)
Roadway width113 ft (34.3 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic42,480 (2001)
Projected traffic52,230 by 2030
Trucks20%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway and railroad
Detour if closed5 mi (8 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$2 million
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was Pa Tpk (I-76) over SR1003 Norfolk Southern built?

It was built in 2003, making it 22 years old in 2025.

What condition is Pa Tpk (I-76) over SR1003 Norfolk Southern 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 May 2023.

How much traffic does Pa Tpk (I-76) over SR1003 Norfolk Southern carry?

About 42,480 vehicles per day (2001 count), of which roughly 20% are trucks.

How long is Pa Tpk (I-76) over SR1003 Norfolk Southern?

The structure is 274 ft (83.5 m) long with a longest span of 140 ft (42.7 m) and a deck 118 ft wide.

Who owns Pa Tpk (I-76) over SR1003 Norfolk Southern?

It is owned by the State Toll Authority.