US Bridges

Pa Tpk (TOLL43) NB over Ruble Mill RD (SR3007)

Good

Fayette County, Pennsylvania · 4.8 Mi. S of Fairchance · Structure no. 000000000041165

Built
1999
26 years old
Condition
Good
inspected March 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel
Length
159 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
1,000
2001 count
Owner
Toll Authority
State Toll Authority

About this bridge

Pa Tpk (TOLL43) NB over Ruble Mill RD (SR3007) is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Pa Tpk (TOLL43) NB over Ruble Mill RD (SR3007) in Fayette County, Pennsylvania. It was built in 1999, so it is 26 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 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 1,000 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,414 by 2030. The structure is 159 ft (48.5 m) long and 45 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

Location

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CarriesPa Tpk (TOLL43) NB
CrossesRuble Mill RD (SR3007)
Location4.8 Mi. S of Fairchance
RouteState Highway 43
CountyFayette County
StatePennsylvania
Coordinates39.76738, -79.79221
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionMarch 2023
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating110.1 US tons
Inventory rating74 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1
Design loadHS 25 or greater
Structure length159 ft (48.5 m)
Longest span154 ft (46.9 m)
Deck width45 ft (13.8 m)
Roadway width42 ft (12.8 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,000 (2001)
Projected traffic1,414 by 2030
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
TollOn a toll road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Toll Authority
Maintained byState Toll Authority
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was Pa Tpk (TOLL43) NB over Ruble Mill RD (SR3007) built?

It was built in 1999, making it 26 years old in 2025.

What condition is Pa Tpk (TOLL43) NB over Ruble Mill RD (SR3007) 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 March 2023.

How much traffic does Pa Tpk (TOLL43) NB over Ruble Mill RD (SR3007) carry?

About 1,000 vehicles per day (2001 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is Pa Tpk (TOLL43) NB over Ruble Mill RD (SR3007)?

The structure is 159 ft (48.5 m) long with a longest span of 154 ft (46.9 m) and a deck 45 ft wide.

Who owns Pa Tpk (TOLL43) NB over Ruble Mill RD (SR3007)?

It is owned by the State Toll Authority.