US Bridges

Pa Tpk (I-76) over T-884

Good

Lancaster County, Pennsylvania · Brecknock Twp · Structure no. 000000000021803

Built
1949
76 years old
Condition
Good
inspected April 2023
Type
Tee Beam
Concrete
Length
25 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
33,608
2001 count
Owner
Toll Authority
State Toll Authority

About this bridge

Pa Tpk (I-76) over T-884 is a concrete tee beam carrying Pa Tpk (I-76) over T-884 in Lancaster County, Pennsylvania. It was built in 1949, 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 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 33,608 vehicles a day, roughly 23% of them trucks, projected to reach 40,264 by 2030. The structure is 25 ft (7.6 m) long and 73 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.7 mi (14 km).

CarriesPa Tpk (I-76)
CrossesT-884
LocationBrecknock Twp
RouteInterstate 76
Coordinates40.18657, -75.9995
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 inspectionApril 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment7: Better than present minimum criteria
Operating rating61.9 US tons
Inventory rating37 US tons

Structure

Structure typeTee Beam
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20
Structure length25 ft (7.6 m)
Longest span23 ft (7 m)
Deck width73 ft (22.3 m)
Roadway width70 ft (21.3 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic33,608 (2001)
Projected traffic40,264 by 2030
Trucks23%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed8.7 mi (14 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$205,000
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was Pa Tpk (I-76) over T-884 built?

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

What condition is Pa Tpk (I-76) over T-884 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 2023.

How much traffic does Pa Tpk (I-76) over T-884 carry?

About 33,608 vehicles per day (2001 count), of which roughly 23% are trucks.

How long is Pa Tpk (I-76) over T-884?

The structure is 25 ft (7.6 m) long with a longest span of 23 ft (7 m) and a deck 73 ft wide.

Who owns Pa Tpk (I-76) over T-884?

It is owned by the State Toll Authority.