US Bridges

Pa Tpk (I-76) over Brandy Run

Fair

Cumberland County, Pennsylvania · Upper Mifflin Twp · Structure no. 000000000013980

Built
1938
87 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected January 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
26 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
21,102
2001 count
Owner
Toll Authority
State Toll Authority

About this bridge

Pa Tpk (I-76) over Brandy Run is a concrete culvert carrying Pa Tpk (I-76) over Brandy Run in Cumberland County, Pennsylvania. It was built in 1938, so it is 87 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 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 21,102 vehicles a day, roughly 38% of them trucks, projected to reach 23,285 by 2030. The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 13 mi (21 km).

Location

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CarriesPa Tpk (I-76)
CrossesBrandy Run
LocationUpper Mifflin Twp
RouteInterstate 76
CountyCumberland County
StatePennsylvania
Coordinates40.18458, -77.48173
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
Channel and channel protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionJanuary 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; action required to protect exposed foundations
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating99 US tons
Inventory rating98.9 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20
Structure length26 ft (7.9 m)
Longest span26 ft (7.9 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic21,102 (2001)
Projected traffic23,285 by 2030
Trucks38%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed13 mi (21 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$353,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Pa Tpk (I-76) over Brandy Run built?

It was built in 1938, making it 87 years old in 2025.

What condition is Pa Tpk (I-76) over Brandy Run 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 January 2023.

How much traffic does Pa Tpk (I-76) over Brandy Run carry?

About 21,102 vehicles per day (2001 count), of which roughly 38% are trucks.

How long is Pa Tpk (I-76) over Brandy Run?

The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long with a longest span of 26 ft (7.9 m).

Who owns Pa Tpk (I-76) over Brandy Run?

It is owned by the State Toll Authority.