US Bridges

Pa Turnpike Rp I76 over Trib.Coxes CREEK;B-348

Fair

Somerset County, Pennsylvania · Somerset Interchange · Structure no. 000000000031799

Built
1939
86 years old, rebuilt 1983
Condition
Fair
inspected August 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel
Length
53 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
5,660
2008 count
Owner
Toll Authority
State Toll Authority

About this bridge

Pa Turnpike Rp I76 over Trib.Coxes CREEK;B-348 is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Pa Turnpike Rp I76 over Trib.Coxes CREEK;B-348 in Somerset County, Pennsylvania. It was built in 1939 and reconstructed in 1983, so it is 86 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 5,660 vehicles a day, roughly 26% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,685 by 2030. The structure is 53 ft (16.2 m) long and 123 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesPa Turnpike Rp I76
CrossesTrib.Coxes CREEK;B-348
LocationSomerset Interchange
Coordinates40.01862, -79.08184
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.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Channel and channel protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionAugust 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating71 US tons
Inventory rating42 US tons

Structure

MaterialSteel
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length53 ft (16.2 m)
Longest span48 ft (14.6 m)
Deck width123 ft (37.4 m)
Roadway width119 ft (36.3 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic5,660 (2008)
Projected traffic5,685 by 2030
Trucks26%
Lanes on structure5
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 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—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Pa Turnpike Rp I76 over Trib.Coxes CREEK;B-348 built?

It was built in 1939, making it 86 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1983.

What condition is Pa Turnpike Rp I76 over Trib.Coxes CREEK;B-348 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 August 2024.

How much traffic does Pa Turnpike Rp I76 over Trib.Coxes CREEK;B-348 carry?

About 5,660 vehicles per day (2008 count), of which roughly 26% are trucks.

How long is Pa Turnpike Rp I76 over Trib.Coxes CREEK;B-348?

The structure is 53 ft (16.2 m) long with a longest span of 48 ft (14.6 m) and a deck 123 ft wide.

Who owns Pa Turnpike Rp I76 over Trib.Coxes CREEK;B-348?

It is owned by the State Toll Authority.