US Bridges

Pa Tpk (I-76) over LR38033 SR3009

Good

Lebanon County, Pennsylvania · South Londonderry Twp · Structure no. 000000000022824

Built
1949
76 years old
Condition
Good
inspected March 2023
Type
Tee Beam
Concrete
Length
40 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
24,423
2001 count
Owner
Toll Authority
State Toll Authority

About this bridge

Pa Tpk (I-76) over LR38033 SR3009 is a concrete tee beam carrying Pa Tpk (I-76) over LR38033 SR3009 in Lebanon 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 24,423 vehicles a day, roughly 24% of them trucks, projected to reach 31,579 by 2030. The structure is 40 ft (12.2 m) long and 74 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 13 mi (21 km).

CarriesPa Tpk (I-76)
CrossesLR38033 SR3009
LocationSouth Londonderry Twp
RouteInterstate 76
Coordinates40.20797, -76.56585
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 inspectionMarch 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry2: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of replacement
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating64 US tons
Inventory rating38 US tons

Structure

Structure typeTee Beam
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20
Structure length40 ft (12.2 m)
Longest span36 ft (11 m)
Deck width74 ft (22.6 m)
Roadway width34 ft (10.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic24,423 (2001)
Projected traffic31,579 by 2030
Trucks24%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed13 mi (21 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$435,000
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was Pa Tpk (I-76) over LR38033 SR3009 built?

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

What condition is Pa Tpk (I-76) over LR38033 SR3009 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 (I-76) over LR38033 SR3009 carry?

About 24,423 vehicles per day (2001 count), of which roughly 24% are trucks.

How long is Pa Tpk (I-76) over LR38033 SR3009?

The structure is 40 ft (12.2 m) long with a longest span of 36 ft (11 m) and a deck 74 ft wide.

Who owns Pa Tpk (I-76) over LR38033 SR3009?

It is owned by the State Toll Authority.