US Bridges

Pa Tpk (toll 43) over SR2048 Old National Pike

Good

Washington County, Pennsylvania · S of Exit 30 · Structure no. 000000000047104

Built
2011
14 years old
Condition
Good
inspected February 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel
Length
194 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
2,000
2013 count
Owner
Toll Authority
State Toll Authority

About this bridge

Pa Tpk (toll 43) over SR2048 Old National Pike is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Pa Tpk (toll 43) over SR2048 Old National Pike in Washington County, Pennsylvania. It was built in 2011, so it is 14 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 2,000 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,000 by 2030. The structure is 194 ft (59.1 m) long and 85 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

Location

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CarriesPa Tpk (toll 43)
CrossesSR2048 Old National Pike
LocationS of Exit 30
CountyWashington County
StatePennsylvania
Coordinates40.03306, -79.92111
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.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionFebruary 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 rating74 US tons
Inventory rating57 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1
Design loadHL 93
Structure length194 ft (59.1 m)
Longest span188 ft (57.3 m)
Deck width85 ft (26 m)
Roadway width74 ft (22.6 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,000 (2013)
Projected traffic3,000 by 2030
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure3
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
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 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 (toll 43) over SR2048 Old National Pike built?

It was built in 2011, making it 14 years old in 2025.

What condition is Pa Tpk (toll 43) over SR2048 Old National Pike 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 February 2023.

How much traffic does Pa Tpk (toll 43) over SR2048 Old National Pike carry?

About 2,000 vehicles per day (2013 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is Pa Tpk (toll 43) over SR2048 Old National Pike?

The structure is 194 ft (59.1 m) long with a longest span of 188 ft (57.3 m) and a deck 85 ft wide.

Who owns Pa Tpk (toll 43) over SR2048 Old National Pike?

It is owned by the State Toll Authority.