US Bridges

SR 1020 over Trib Bermudian Creek

Fair

Adams County, Pennsylvania · Gargol · Structure no. 000000000000209

Built
1953
72 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected June 2023
Type
Slab
Concrete Continuous
Length
22 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
1,128
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SR 1020 over Trib Bermudian Creek is a concrete continuous slab carrying SR 1020 over Trib Bermudian Creek in Adams County, Pennsylvania. It was built in 1953, so it is 72 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 1,128 vehicles a day, roughly 12% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,691 by 2032. The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long and 28 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.7 mi (14 km).

Location

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CarriesSR 1020
CrossesTrib Bermudian Creek
LocationGargol
RouteState Highway 0
CountyAdams County
StatePennsylvania
Coordinates40.01556, -77.17331
Functional classRural Minor 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
Deck6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
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 protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionJune 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; action required to protect exposed foundations
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating45 US tons
Inventory rating27 US tons

Structure

Structure typeSlab
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length22 ft (6.7 m)
Longest span9 ft (2.7 m)
Deck width28 ft (8.4 m)
Roadway width24 ft (7.3 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,128 (2023)
Projected traffic1,691 by 2032
Trucks12%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed8.7 mi (14 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

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$35,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was SR 1020 over Trib Bermudian Creek built?

It was built in 1953, making it 72 years old in 2025.

What condition is SR 1020 over Trib 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 SR 1020 over Trib Bermudian Creek carry?

About 1,128 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 12% are trucks.

How long is SR 1020 over Trib Bermudian Creek?

The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long with a longest span of 9 ft (2.7 m) and a deck 28 ft wide.

Who owns SR 1020 over Trib Bermudian Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.