US Bridges

Pa Tpk (TOLL43) over SR 2079; Malden DR

Good

Washington County, Pennsylvania · Near West Brownsville · Structure no. 000000000035230

Built
1990
35 years old
Condition
Good
inspected March 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
106 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
3,193
1995 count
Owner
Toll Authority
State Toll Authority

About this bridge

Pa Tpk (TOLL43) over SR 2079; Malden DR is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Pa Tpk (TOLL43) over SR 2079; Malden DR in Washington County, Pennsylvania. It was built in 1990, so it is 35 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 3,193 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,848 by 2030. The structure is 106 ft (32.3 m) long and 45 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

CarriesPa Tpk (TOLL43)
CrossesSR 2079; Malden DR
LocationNear West Brownsville
RouteState Highway 43
Coordinates40.04833, -79.91333
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

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 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating97 US tons
Inventory rating52 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1
Design loadHS 25 or greater
Structure length106 ft (32.3 m)
Longest span100 ft (30.5 m)
Deck width45 ft (13.8 m)
Roadway width41 ft (12.6 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic3,193 (1995)
Projected traffic4,848 by 2030
Trucks6%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 km)
TollOn a toll road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Toll Authority
Maintained byState Toll Authority
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was Pa Tpk (TOLL43) over SR 2079; Malden DR built?

It was built in 1990, making it 35 years old in 2025.

What condition is Pa Tpk (TOLL43) over SR 2079; Malden DR 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 (TOLL43) over SR 2079; Malden DR carry?

About 3,193 vehicles per day (1995 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.

How long is Pa Tpk (TOLL43) over SR 2079; Malden DR?

The structure is 106 ft (32.3 m) long with a longest span of 100 ft (30.5 m) and a deck 45 ft wide.

Who owns Pa Tpk (TOLL43) over SR 2079; Malden DR?

It is owned by the State Toll Authority.