US Bridges

Pa Tpk (I-76) over Wentsler Ave.

Good

Westmoreland County, Pennsylvania · New Stanton Interchange · Structure no. 000000000036838

Built
1963
62 years old, rebuilt 1995
Condition
Good
inspected July 2022
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel
Length
33 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
9,244
1993 count
Owner
Toll Authority
State Toll Authority

About this bridge

Pa Tpk (I-76) over Wentsler Ave. is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Pa Tpk (I-76) over Wentsler Ave. in Westmoreland County, Pennsylvania. It was built in 1963 and reconstructed in 1995, so it is 62 years old, older 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 9,244 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 12,414 by 2030. The structure is 33 ft (10.1 m) long and 32 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 14.9 mi (24 km).

Location

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CarriesPa Tpk (I-76)
CrossesWentsler Ave.
LocationNew Stanton Interchange
RouteInterstate 76
CountyWestmoreland County
StatePennsylvania
Coordinates40.21667, -79.56667
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 inspectionJuly 2022
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 rating110.1 US tons
Inventory rating82 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1
Design loadHS 25 or greater
Structure length33 ft (10.1 m)
Longest span30 ft (9.1 m)
Deck width32 ft (9.9 m)
Roadway width29 ft (8.8 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic9,244 (1993)
Projected traffic12,414 by 2030
Trucks9%
Lanes on structure1
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed14.9 mi (24 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$24,000
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was Pa Tpk (I-76) over Wentsler Ave. built?

It was built in 1963, making it 62 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1995.

What condition is Pa Tpk (I-76) over Wentsler Ave. 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 July 2022.

How much traffic does Pa Tpk (I-76) over Wentsler Ave. carry?

About 9,244 vehicles per day (1993 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.

How long is Pa Tpk (I-76) over Wentsler Ave.?

The structure is 33 ft (10.1 m) long with a longest span of 30 ft (9.1 m) and a deck 32 ft wide.

Who owns Pa Tpk (I-76) over Wentsler Ave.?

It is owned by the State Toll Authority.