US Bridges

SR 0982 over Pa Tpk (I-76)

Fair

Westmoreland County, Pennsylvania · East of Mt Joy · Structure no. 000000000036852

Built
1969
56 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected July 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel
Length
127 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
2,817
2024 count
Owner
Toll Authority
State Toll Authority

About this bridge

SR 0982 over Pa Tpk (I-76) is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying SR 0982 over Pa Tpk (I-76) in Westmoreland County, Pennsylvania. It was built in 1969, so it is 56 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 2,817 vehicles a day, roughly 14% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,243 by 2030. The structure is 127 ft (38.7 m) long and 48 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 km).

Location

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CarriesSR 0982
CrossesPa Tpk (I-76)
LocationEast of Mt Joy
RouteState Highway 982
CountyWestmoreland County
StatePennsylvania
Coordinates40.15866, -79.47931
Functional classRural Major Collector

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 geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating110.1 US tons
Inventory rating86 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20
Structure length127 ft (38.7 m)
Longest span122 ft (37.2 m)
Deck width48 ft (14.6 m)
Roadway width48 ft (14.6 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,817 (2024)
Projected traffic3,243 by 2030
Trucks14%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed6.2 mi (10 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Toll Authority
Maintained byState Toll Authority
Historic statusHistorical significance not determinable at this time
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was SR 0982 over Pa Tpk (I-76) built?

It was built in 1969, making it 56 years old in 2025.

What condition is SR 0982 over Pa Tpk (I-76) 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 SR 0982 over Pa Tpk (I-76) carry?

About 2,817 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 14% are trucks.

How long is SR 0982 over Pa Tpk (I-76)?

The structure is 127 ft (38.7 m) long with a longest span of 122 ft (37.2 m) and a deck 48 ft wide.

Who owns SR 0982 over Pa Tpk (I-76)?

It is owned by the State Toll Authority.