US Bridges

Tpk I-476 Ramp Ab over Pa Tpk (I-476)

Good

Luzerne County, Pennsylvania · Wyoming Valley Interchang · Structure no. 000000000048086

Built
2012
13 years old
Condition
Good
inspected July 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel Continuous
Length
153 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
5,270
2008 count
Owner
Toll Authority
State Toll Authority

About this bridge

Tpk I-476 Ramp Ab over Pa Tpk (I-476) is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Tpk I-476 Ramp Ab over Pa Tpk (I-476) in Luzerne County, Pennsylvania. It was built in 2012, so it is 13 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 5,270 vehicles a day, roughly 24% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,380 by 2030. The structure is 153 ft (46.6 m) long and 61 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).

Location

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CarriesTpk I-476 Ramp Ab
CrossesPa Tpk (I-476)
LocationWyoming Valley Interchang
CountyLuzerne County
StatePennsylvania
Coordinates41.30995, -75.75471
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
Deck8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJuly 2023
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating110.1 US tons
Inventory rating98.9 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans2
Design loadHL 93
Structure length153 ft (46.6 m)
Longest span75 ft (22.9 m)
Deck width61 ft (18.7 m)
Roadway width56 ft (17.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic5,270 (2008)
Projected traffic6,380 by 2030
Trucks24%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed5 mi (8 km)
TollOn a toll road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Toll Authority
Maintained byState Toll Authority
Historic statusHistorical significance not determinable at this time
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was Tpk I-476 Ramp Ab over Pa Tpk (I-476) built?

It was built in 2012, making it 13 years old in 2025.

What condition is Tpk I-476 Ramp Ab over Pa Tpk (I-476) 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 July 2023.

How much traffic does Tpk I-476 Ramp Ab over Pa Tpk (I-476) carry?

About 5,270 vehicles per day (2008 count), of which roughly 24% are trucks.

How long is Tpk I-476 Ramp Ab over Pa Tpk (I-476)?

The structure is 153 ft (46.6 m) long with a longest span of 75 ft (22.9 m) and a deck 61 ft wide.

Who owns Tpk I-476 Ramp Ab over Pa Tpk (I-476)?

It is owned by the State Toll Authority.