US Bridges

Pa 234; SR 0234 over Conewago Creek

Good

Adams County, Pennsylvania · Arendtsville · Structure no. 000000000047857

Built
2013
12 years old
Condition
Good
inspected May 2021
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
93 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
3,899
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Pa 234; SR 0234 over Conewago Creek is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Pa 234; SR 0234 over Conewago Creek in Adams County, Pennsylvania. It was built in 2013, so it is 12 years old, younger 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 3,899 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,207 by 2032. The structure is 93 ft (28.3 m) long and 40 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.1 mi (13 km).

Location

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CarriesPa 234; SR 0234
CrossesConewago Creek
LocationArendtsville
RouteState Highway 234
CountyAdams County
StatePennsylvania
Coordinates39.92483, -77.29239
Functional classRural Major Collector

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionMay 2021
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating74.6 US tons
Inventory rating42.5 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1
Design loadHL 93
Structure length93 ft (28.3 m)
Longest span90 ft (27.4 m)
Deck width40 ft (12.3 m)
Roadway width37 ft (11.3 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic3,899 (2024)
Projected traffic6,207 by 2032
Trucks11%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed8.1 mi (13 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 proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Pa 234; SR 0234 over Conewago Creek built?

It was built in 2013, making it 12 years old in 2025.

What condition is Pa 234; SR 0234 over Conewago 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 May 2021.

How much traffic does Pa 234; SR 0234 over Conewago Creek carry?

About 3,899 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.

How long is Pa 234; SR 0234 over Conewago Creek?

The structure is 93 ft (28.3 m) long with a longest span of 90 ft (27.4 m) and a deck 40 ft wide.

Who owns Pa 234; SR 0234 over Conewago Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.