US Bridges

SR 0116 over South Branch of Conewago

Good

Adams County, Pennsylvania · 1/2 Mi. W. of Brushtown · Structure no. 000000000068041

Built
2021
4 years old
Condition
Good
inspected June 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
148 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
7,415
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SR 0116 over South Branch of Conewago is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying SR 0116 over South Branch of Conewago in Adams County, Pennsylvania. It was built in 2021, so it is 4 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 7,415 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 9,769 by 2041. The structure is 148 ft (45.1 m) long and 41 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 km).

Location

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CarriesSR 0116
CrossesSouth Branch of Conewago
Location1/2 Mi. W. of Brushtown
RouteState Highway 116
CountyAdams County
StatePennsylvania
Coordinates39.7985, -77.0555
Functional classUrban Other Principal Arterial

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.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJune 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 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 adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating50.7 US tons
Inventory rating39.2 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans2 (+1 approach)
Design loadHL 93
Structure length148 ft (45.1 m)
Longest span74 ft (22.6 m)
Deck width41 ft (12.5 m)
Roadway width38 ft (11.6 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic7,415 (2023)
Projected traffic9,769 by 2041
Trucks7%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed6.2 mi (10 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 proposedOther structural work, including hydraulic replacements
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was SR 0116 over South Branch of Conewago built?

It was built in 2021, making it 4 years old in 2025.

What condition is SR 0116 over South Branch of Conewago 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 June 2023.

How much traffic does SR 0116 over South Branch of Conewago carry?

About 7,415 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.

How long is SR 0116 over South Branch of Conewago?

The structure is 148 ft (45.1 m) long with a longest span of 74 ft (22.6 m) and a deck 41 ft wide.

Who owns SR 0116 over South Branch of Conewago?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.