US Bridges

SR 0168; TR 168 over Pa TURNPIKE(I-76);WB-112

Good

Lawrence County, Pennsylvania · Near New Beaver · Structure no. 000000000041565

Built
2002
23 years old
Condition
Good
inspected September 2024
Type
Box Beam or Girders - Multiple
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
178 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
1,110
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SR 0168; TR 168 over Pa TURNPIKE(I-76);WB-112 is a prestressed concrete continuous box beam or girders - multiple carrying SR 0168; TR 168 over Pa TURNPIKE(I-76);WB-112 in Lawrence County, Pennsylvania. It was built in 2002, so it is 23 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 1,110 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 903 by 2032. The structure is 178 ft (54.3 m) long and 33 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).

CarriesSR 0168; TR 168
CrossesPa TURNPIKE(I-76);WB-112
LocationNear New Beaver
RouteState Highway 168
Coordinates40.865, -80.40167
Functional classRural Major Collector

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 inspectionSeptember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment7: Better than present minimum criteria
Operating rating63.1 US tons
Inventory rating48 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length178 ft (54.3 m)
Longest span86 ft (26.2 m)
Deck width33 ft (10.2 m)
Roadway width30 ft (9 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,110 (2024)
Projected traffic903 by 2032
Trucks6%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed5 mi (8 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
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 SR 0168; TR 168 over Pa TURNPIKE(I-76);WB-112 built?

It was built in 2002, making it 23 years old in 2025.

What condition is SR 0168; TR 168 over Pa TURNPIKE(I-76);WB-112 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 September 2024.

How much traffic does SR 0168; TR 168 over Pa TURNPIKE(I-76);WB-112 carry?

About 1,110 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.

How long is SR 0168; TR 168 over Pa TURNPIKE(I-76);WB-112?

The structure is 178 ft (54.3 m) long with a longest span of 86 ft (26.2 m) and a deck 33 ft wide.

Who owns SR 0168; TR 168 over Pa TURNPIKE(I-76);WB-112?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.