US Bridges

WB Pa Tpk SP Ramp over Pa Tpk (I-76)

Good

Fulton County, Pennsylvania · West of Hustontown · Structure no. 000000000017958

Built
1997
28 years old
Condition
Good
inspected October 2022
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel Continuous
Length
188 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
2,000
1992 count
Owner
Toll Authority
State Toll Authority

About this bridge

WB Pa Tpk SP Ramp over Pa Tpk (I-76) is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying WB Pa Tpk SP Ramp over Pa Tpk (I-76) in Fulton County, Pennsylvania. It was built in 1997, so it is 28 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 2,000 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,147 by 2030. The structure is 188 ft (57.3 m) long and 46 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 13 mi (21 km).

Location

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CarriesWB Pa Tpk SP Ramp
CrossesPa Tpk (I-76)
LocationWest of Hustontown
CountyFulton County
StatePennsylvania
Coordinates40.05653, -78.08099
Functional classRural 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
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionOctober 2022
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Operating rating71 US tons
Inventory rating43 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans2
Design loadHS 25 or greater
Structure length188 ft (57.3 m)
Longest span100 ft (30.5 m)
Deck width46 ft (13.9 m)
Roadway width40 ft (12.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,000 (1992)
Projected traffic3,147 by 2030
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed13 mi (21 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 proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$825,000
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was WB Pa Tpk SP Ramp over Pa Tpk (I-76) built?

It was built in 1997, making it 28 years old in 2025.

What condition is WB Pa Tpk SP Ramp over Pa Tpk (I-76) 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 October 2022.

How much traffic does WB Pa Tpk SP Ramp over Pa Tpk (I-76) carry?

About 2,000 vehicles per day (1992 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is WB Pa Tpk SP Ramp over Pa Tpk (I-76)?

The structure is 188 ft (57.3 m) long with a longest span of 100 ft (30.5 m) and a deck 46 ft wide.

Who owns WB Pa Tpk SP Ramp over Pa Tpk (I-76)?

It is owned by the State Toll Authority.