US Bridges

Pa Tpk (I-76) over SR 4017; Brush Hill RD

Fair

Westmoreland County, Pennsylvania · Westmoreland City · Structure no. 000000000036820

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

About this bridge

Pa Tpk (I-76) over SR 4017; Brush Hill RD is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Pa Tpk (I-76) over SR 4017; Brush Hill RD 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 44 ft (13.4 m) long and 73 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).

Location

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CarriesPa Tpk (I-76)
CrossesSR 4017; Brush Hill RD
LocationWestmoreland City
RouteInterstate 76
CountyWestmoreland County
StatePennsylvania
Coordinates40.32333, -79.685
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.
Last inspectionJuly 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating61 US tons
Inventory rating37 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20
Structure length44 ft (13.4 m)
Longest span40 ft (12.2 m)
Deck width73 ft (22.4 m)
Roadway width68 ft (20.8 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
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 statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$437,000
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was Pa Tpk (I-76) over SR 4017; Brush Hill RD built?

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

What condition is Pa Tpk (I-76) over SR 4017; Brush Hill RD 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 July 2024.

How much traffic does Pa Tpk (I-76) over SR 4017; Brush Hill RD carry?

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

How long is Pa Tpk (I-76) over SR 4017; Brush Hill RD?

The structure is 44 ft (13.4 m) long with a longest span of 40 ft (12.2 m) and a deck 73 ft wide.

Who owns Pa Tpk (I-76) over SR 4017; Brush Hill RD?

It is owned by the State Toll Authority.