US Bridges

Pa Tpk (I-76) over T-616 (glenhardie Rd)

Good

Chester County, Pennsylvania · East of Valley Forge Park · Structure no. 000000000070462

Built
2023
2 years old
Condition
Good
inspected April 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel
Length
40 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
46,820
2008 count
Owner
Toll Authority
State Toll Authority

About this bridge

Pa Tpk (I-76) over T-616 (glenhardie Rd) is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Pa Tpk (I-76) over T-616 (glenhardie Rd) in Chester County, Pennsylvania. It was built in 2023, so it is 2 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 8 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 46,820 vehicles a day, roughly 16% of them trucks, projected to reach 71,100 by 2030. The structure is 40 ft (12.2 m) long and 132 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

Location

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CarriesPa Tpk (I-76)
CrossesT-616 (glenhardie Rd)
LocationEast of Valley Forge Park
RouteInterstate 76
CountyChester County
StatePennsylvania
Coordinates40.08831, -75.42225
Functional classUrban 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
Deck9 ExcellentNo problems noted.
Superstructure9 ExcellentNo problems noted.
Substructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionApril 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating56.1 US tons
Inventory rating43.2 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1
Design loadHL 93
Structure length40 ft (12.2 m)
Longest span38 ft (11.6 m)
Deck width132 ft (40.1 m)
Roadway width123 ft (37.6 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic46,820 (2008)
Projected traffic71,100 by 2030
Trucks16%
Lanes on structure7
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed3.7 mi (6 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 proposedOther structural work, including hydraulic replacements
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was Pa Tpk (I-76) over T-616 (glenhardie Rd) built?

It was built in 2023, making it 2 years old in 2025.

What condition is Pa Tpk (I-76) over T-616 (glenhardie Rd) 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 April 2024.

How much traffic does Pa Tpk (I-76) over T-616 (glenhardie Rd) carry?

About 46,820 vehicles per day (2008 count), of which roughly 16% are trucks.

How long is Pa Tpk (I-76) over T-616 (glenhardie Rd)?

The structure is 40 ft (12.2 m) long with a longest span of 38 ft (11.6 m) and a deck 132 ft wide.

Who owns Pa Tpk (I-76) over T-616 (glenhardie Rd)?

It is owned by the State Toll Authority.