US Bridges

Pa Tpk (I-76) over Lyons RUN;WB-502

Fair

Westmoreland County, Pennsylvania · West of Pleasant Valley · Structure no. 000000000036815

Built
1952
73 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected June 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel
Length
38 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
46,261
2004 count
Owner
Toll Authority
State Toll Authority

About this bridge

Pa Tpk (I-76) over Lyons RUN;WB-502 is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Pa Tpk (I-76) over Lyons RUN;WB-502 in Westmoreland County, Pennsylvania. It was built in 1952, so it is 73 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 46,261 vehicles a day, roughly 16% of them trucks, projected to reach 48,038 by 2030. The structure is 38 ft (11.6 m) long and 74 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 9.9 mi (16 km).

CarriesPa Tpk (I-76)
CrossesLyons RUN;WB-502
LocationWest of Pleasant Valley
RouteInterstate 76
Coordinates40.39715, -79.69372
Functional classUrban 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
Deck6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Superstructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Substructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Channel and channel protection4 PoorAdvanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionJune 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; action required to protect exposed foundations
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating65 US tons
Inventory rating39 US tons

Structure

MaterialSteel
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20
Structure length38 ft (11.6 m)
Longest span33 ft (10.1 m)
Deck width74 ft (22.6 m)
Roadway width70 ft (21.3 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic46,261 (2004)
Projected traffic48,038 by 2030
Trucks16%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed9.9 mi (16 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 statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$413,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Pa Tpk (I-76) over Lyons RUN;WB-502 built?

It was built in 1952, making it 73 years old in 2025.

What condition is Pa Tpk (I-76) over Lyons RUN;WB-502 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 June 2024.

How much traffic does Pa Tpk (I-76) over Lyons RUN;WB-502 carry?

About 46,261 vehicles per day (2004 count), of which roughly 16% are trucks.

How long is Pa Tpk (I-76) over Lyons RUN;WB-502?

The structure is 38 ft (11.6 m) long with a longest span of 33 ft (10.1 m) and a deck 74 ft wide.

Who owns Pa Tpk (I-76) over Lyons RUN;WB-502?

It is owned by the State Toll Authority.