US Bridges

Pa Tpk (I-76) over SR 0422 SR 3039

Good

Chester County, Pennsylvania · West of Valley Forge INT6 · Structure no. 000000000070463

Built
2023
2 years old
Condition
Good
inspected April 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel Continuous
Length
345 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
37,954
2001 count
Owner
Toll Authority
State Toll Authority

About this bridge

Pa Tpk (I-76) over SR 0422 SR 3039 is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Pa Tpk (I-76) over SR 0422 SR 3039 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 37,954 vehicles a day, roughly 20% of them trucks, projected to reach 60,142 by 2030. The structure is 345 ft (105.2 m) long and 140 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

Location

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CarriesPa Tpk (I-76)
CrossesSR 0422 SR 3039
LocationWest of Valley Forge INT6
RouteInterstate 76
CountyChester County
StatePennsylvania
Coordinates40.09025, -75.41489
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 geometry8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating50.4 US tons
Inventory rating38.6 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHL 93
Structure length345 ft (105.2 m)
Longest span139 ft (42.4 m)
Deck width140 ft (42.7 m)
Roadway width133 ft (40.6 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic37,954 (2001)
Projected traffic60,142 by 2030
Trucks20%
Lanes on structure9
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 SR 0422 SR 3039 built?

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

What condition is Pa Tpk (I-76) over SR 0422 SR 3039 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 SR 0422 SR 3039 carry?

About 37,954 vehicles per day (2001 count), of which roughly 20% are trucks.

How long is Pa Tpk (I-76) over SR 0422 SR 3039?

The structure is 345 ft (105.2 m) long with a longest span of 139 ft (42.4 m) and a deck 140 ft wide.

Who owns Pa Tpk (I-76) over SR 0422 SR 3039?

It is owned by the State Toll Authority.