Pa Tpk (I-76) over Jacobs Creek
GoodWestmoreland County, Pennsylvania · West of Donegal Interchge · Structure no. 000000000036857
- Built
- 1939
- 86 years old, rebuilt 2003
- Condition
- Good
- inspected July 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Aluminum, Wrought Iron, or Cast Iron
- Length
- 45 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 35,220
- 2008 count
- Owner
- Toll Authority
- State Toll Authority
About this bridge
Pa Tpk (I-76) over Jacobs Creek is a aluminum, wrought iron, or cast iron culvert carrying Pa Tpk (I-76) over Jacobs Creek in Westmoreland County, Pennsylvania. It was built in 1939 and reconstructed in 2003, so it is 86 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 35,220 vehicles a day, roughly 33% of them trucks, projected to reach 40,840 by 2030. The structure is 45 ft (13.7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 km).
Location
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Pa Tpk (I-76) over Jacobs Creek built?
It was built in 1939, making it 86 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2003.
What condition is Pa Tpk (I-76) over Jacobs Creek 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 2024.
How much traffic does Pa Tpk (I-76) over Jacobs Creek carry?
About 35,220 vehicles per day (2008 count), of which roughly 33% are trucks.
How long is Pa Tpk (I-76) over Jacobs Creek?
The structure is 45 ft (13.7 m) long with a longest span of 39 ft (11.9 m).
Who owns Pa Tpk (I-76) over Jacobs Creek?
It is owned by the State Toll Authority.