US Bridges

Turnpike Ramp Ab over Pa Tpk (I-76)

Good

York County, Pennsylvania · Fairview Twp · Structure no. 000000000038030

Built
1949
76 years old
Condition
Good
inspected February 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel
Length
102 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
8,905
1993 count
Owner
Toll Authority
State Toll Authority

About this bridge

Turnpike Ramp Ab over Pa Tpk (I-76) is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Turnpike Ramp Ab over Pa Tpk (I-76) in York County, Pennsylvania. It was built in 1949, so it is 76 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 8,905 vehicles a day, roughly 19% of them trucks, projected to reach 13,846 by 2030. The structure is 102 ft (31.1 m) long and 44 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

Location

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CarriesTurnpike Ramp Ab
CrossesPa Tpk (I-76)
LocationFairview Twp
RouteInterstate 76
CountyYork County
StatePennsylvania
Coordinates40.21214, -76.87455
Functional classUrban 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
Deck8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionFebruary 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 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 rating95 US tons
Inventory rating57 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20
Structure length102 ft (31.1 m)
Longest span97 ft (29.6 m)
Deck width44 ft (13.4 m)
Roadway width38 ft (11.6 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic8,905 (1993)
Projected traffic13,846 by 2030
Trucks19%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
TollOn a toll road
National Highway SystemYes

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$332,000
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was Turnpike Ramp Ab over Pa Tpk (I-76) built?

It was built in 1949, making it 76 years old in 2025.

What condition is Turnpike Ramp Ab over Pa Tpk (I-76) 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 February 2023.

How much traffic does Turnpike Ramp Ab over Pa Tpk (I-76) carry?

About 8,905 vehicles per day (1993 count), of which roughly 19% are trucks.

How long is Turnpike Ramp Ab over Pa Tpk (I-76)?

The structure is 102 ft (31.1 m) long with a longest span of 97 ft (29.6 m) and a deck 44 ft wide.

Who owns Turnpike Ramp Ab over Pa Tpk (I-76)?

It is owned by the State Toll Authority.