US Bridges

Pa Tpk (I-76) over Conewago Creek

Fair

Lebanon County, Pennsylvania · South Londonderry Twp · Structure no. 000000000022825

Built
1949
76 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected March 2023
Type
Tee Beam
Concrete Continuous
Length
86 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
24,423
2001 count
Owner
Toll Authority
State Toll Authority

About this bridge

Pa Tpk (I-76) over Conewago Creek is a concrete continuous tee beam carrying Pa Tpk (I-76) over Conewago Creek 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 fair condition with a lowest component rating of 5 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 24,423 vehicles a day, roughly 24% of them trucks, projected to reach 31,579 by 2030. The structure is 86 ft (26.2 m) long and 74 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 km).

CarriesPa Tpk (I-76)
CrossesConewago Creek
LocationSouth Londonderry Twp
RouteInterstate 76
Coordinates40.20847, -76.56211
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
Deck5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Superstructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Substructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Channel and channel protection4 PoorAdvanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionMarch 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourScour critical; foundations unstable for calculated scour conditions
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating51 US tons
Inventory rating30 US tons

Structure

Structure typeTee Beam
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length86 ft (26.2 m)
Longest span43 ft (13.1 m)
Deck width74 ft (22.5 m)
Roadway width68 ft (20.8 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
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed6.2 mi (10 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$332,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Pa Tpk (I-76) over Conewago Creek built?

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

What condition is Pa Tpk (I-76) over Conewago Creek 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 March 2023.

How much traffic does Pa Tpk (I-76) over Conewago Creek carry?

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

How long is Pa Tpk (I-76) over Conewago Creek?

The structure is 86 ft (26.2 m) long with a longest span of 43 ft (13.1 m) and a deck 74 ft wide.

Who owns Pa Tpk (I-76) over Conewago Creek?

It is owned by the State Toll Authority.