US Bridges

Pa Tpk (I-76) over T-750 Cocalico CR

Fair

Lancaster County, Pennsylvania · West Cocalico Twp · Structure no. 000000000021786

Built
1949
76 years old, rebuilt 2000
Condition
Fair
inspected February 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel Continuous
Length
416 ft
5 main spans
Daily traffic
24,971
2001 count
Owner
Toll Authority
State Toll Authority

About this bridge

Pa Tpk (I-76) over T-750 Cocalico CR is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Pa Tpk (I-76) over T-750 Cocalico CR in Lancaster County, Pennsylvania. It was built in 1949 and reconstructed in 2000, so it is 76 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 24,971 vehicles a day, roughly 24% of them trucks, projected to reach 32,334 by 2030. The structure is 416 ft (126.8 m) long and 90 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 54.1 mi (87 km).

Location

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CarriesPa Tpk (I-76)
CrossesT-750 Cocalico CR
LocationWest Cocalico Twp
RouteInterstate 76
CountyLancaster County
StatePennsylvania
Coordinates40.24122, -76.14192
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
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionFebruary 2023
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating60 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans5
Design loadHS 25 or greater
Structure length416 ft (126.8 m)
Longest span90 ft (27.4 m)
Deck width90 ft (27.5 m)
Roadway width85 ft (25.8 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic24,971 (2001)
Projected traffic32,334 by 2030
Trucks24%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway and waterway
Detour if closed54.1 mi (87 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$1.7 million
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Pa Tpk (I-76) over T-750 Cocalico CR built?

It was built in 1949, making it 76 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2000.

What condition is Pa Tpk (I-76) over T-750 Cocalico CR 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 February 2023.

How much traffic does Pa Tpk (I-76) over T-750 Cocalico CR carry?

About 24,971 vehicles per day (2001 count), of which roughly 24% are trucks.

How long is Pa Tpk (I-76) over T-750 Cocalico CR?

The structure is 416 ft (126.8 m) long with a longest span of 90 ft (27.4 m) and a deck 90 ft wide.

Who owns Pa Tpk (I-76) over T-750 Cocalico CR?

It is owned by the State Toll Authority.