US Bridges

Pa Tpk (I-76) over SR 0981

Good

Westmoreland County, Pennsylvania · Carpentertown · Structure no. 000000000036848

Built
2002
23 years old
Condition
Good
inspected June 2022
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel
Length
85 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
34,232
2022 count
Owner
Toll Authority
State Toll Authority

About this bridge

Pa Tpk (I-76) over SR 0981 is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Pa Tpk (I-76) over SR 0981 in Westmoreland County, Pennsylvania. It was built in 2002, so it is 23 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 34,232 vehicles a day, roughly 32% of them trucks, projected to reach 42,113 by 2042. The structure is 85 ft (25.9 m) long and 92 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 km).

Location

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CarriesPa Tpk (I-76)
CrossesSR 0981
LocationCarpentertown
RouteInterstate 76
CountyWestmoreland County
StatePennsylvania
Coordinates40.175, -79.52
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 inspectionJune 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 rating99 US tons
Inventory rating59 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20
Structure length85 ft (25.9 m)
Longest span80 ft (24.4 m)
Deck width92 ft (28 m)
Roadway width86 ft (26.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic34,232 (2022)
Projected traffic42,113 by 2042
Trucks32%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed6.2 mi (10 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$134,000
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was Pa Tpk (I-76) over SR 0981 built?

It was built in 2002, making it 23 years old in 2025.

What condition is Pa Tpk (I-76) over SR 0981 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 June 2022.

How much traffic does Pa Tpk (I-76) over SR 0981 carry?

About 34,232 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 32% are trucks.

How long is Pa Tpk (I-76) over SR 0981?

The structure is 85 ft (25.9 m) long with a longest span of 80 ft (24.4 m) and a deck 92 ft wide.

Who owns Pa Tpk (I-76) over SR 0981?

It is owned by the State Toll Authority.