US Bridges

Pa Tpk (I-76) WB over SR 1015

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Somerset County, Pennsylvania · 2.5 MI SW New Baltimore · Structure no. 000000000031827

Built
1980
45 years old, rebuilt 2009
Condition
Good
inspected October 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel
Length
99 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
30,600
2004 count
Owner
Toll Authority
State Toll Authority

About this bridge

Pa Tpk (I-76) WB over SR 1015 is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Pa Tpk (I-76) WB over SR 1015 in Somerset County, Pennsylvania. It was built in 1980 and reconstructed in 2009, so it is 45 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 30,600 vehicles a day, roughly 35% of them trucks, projected to reach 32,738 by 2030. The structure is 99 ft (30.2 m) long and 57 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).

Location

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CarriesPa Tpk (I-76) WB
CrossesSR 1015
Location2.5 MI SW New Baltimore
CountySomerset County
StatePennsylvania
Coordinates39.95167, -78.82
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 inspectionOctober 2023
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment7: Better than present minimum criteria
Operating rating99 US tons
Inventory rating59 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20
Structure length99 ft (30.2 m)
Longest span92 ft (28 m)
Deck width57 ft (17.5 m)
Roadway width54 ft (16.5 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic30,600 (2004)
Projected traffic32,738 by 2030
Trucks35%
Lanes on structure3
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed5 mi (8 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 statusHistorical significance not determinable at this time
Work proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$213,000
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was Pa Tpk (I-76) WB over SR 1015 built?

It was built in 1980, making it 45 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2009.

What condition is Pa Tpk (I-76) WB over SR 1015 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 October 2023.

How much traffic does Pa Tpk (I-76) WB over SR 1015 carry?

About 30,600 vehicles per day (2004 count), of which roughly 35% are trucks.

How long is Pa Tpk (I-76) WB over SR 1015?

The structure is 99 ft (30.2 m) long with a longest span of 92 ft (28 m) and a deck 57 ft wide.

Who owns Pa Tpk (I-76) WB over SR 1015?

It is owned by the State Toll Authority.