US Bridges

US 15 Nb; SR 0015 over Bermudian Creek

Fair

Adams County, Pennsylvania · 2 MI N of Heidlersburg · Structure no. 000000000000027

Built
1967
58 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected June 2023
Type
Box Beam or Girders - Multiple
Prestressed Concrete
Length
104 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
10,292
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 15 Nb; SR 0015 over Bermudian Creek is a prestressed concrete box beam or girders - multiple carrying US 15 Nb; SR 0015 over Bermudian Creek in Adams County, Pennsylvania. It was built in 1967, so it is 58 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 10,292 vehicles a day, roughly 14% of them trucks, projected to reach 11,775 by 2032. The structure is 104 ft (31.7 m) long and 46 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 0.6 mi (1 km).

Location

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CarriesUS 15 Nb; SR 0015
CrossesBermudian Creek
Location2 MI N of Heidlersburg
RouteU.S. Route 15
CountyAdams County
StatePennsylvania
Coordinates39.97513, -77.12722
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Superstructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Substructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJune 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour within limits of footing or piles
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating84 US tons
Inventory rating26 US tons

Structure

Structure typeBox Beam or Girders - Multiple
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length104 ft (31.7 m)
Longest span51 ft (15.5 m)
Deck width46 ft (13.9 m)
Roadway width40 ft (12.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic10,292 (2024)
Projected traffic11,775 by 2032
Trucks14%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed0.6 mi (1 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$342,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was US 15 Nb; SR 0015 over Bermudian Creek built?

It was built in 1967, making it 58 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 15 Nb; SR 0015 over Bermudian Creek 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 June 2023.

How much traffic does US 15 Nb; SR 0015 over Bermudian Creek carry?

About 10,292 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 14% are trucks.

How long is US 15 Nb; SR 0015 over Bermudian Creek?

The structure is 104 ft (31.7 m) long with a longest span of 51 ft (15.5 m) and a deck 46 ft wide.

Who owns US 15 Nb; SR 0015 over Bermudian Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.