US Bridges

Pa 61 (lr 160) over Pigeon Creek

Fair

Berks County, Pennsylvania · Shoemakersville Borough · Structure no. 000000000004599

Built
1948
77 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected September 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
38 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
21,192
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Pa 61 (lr 160) over Pigeon Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Pa 61 (lr 160) over Pigeon Creek in Berks County, Pennsylvania. It was built in 1948, so it is 77 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 21,192 vehicles a day, roughly 12% of them trucks, projected to reach 26,070 by 2032. The structure is 38 ft (11.6 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).

Location

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CarriesPa 61 (lr 160)
CrossesPigeon Creek
LocationShoemakersville Borough
RouteState Highway 61
CountyBerks County
StatePennsylvania
Coordinates40.49875, -75.96259
Functional classUrban Other Principal Arterial

Condition and inspection

Fair

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection4 PoorAdvanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour.
Culvert5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionSeptember 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourScour critical; foundations unstable for calculated scour conditions
Structural evaluation5: 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 rating99 US tons
Inventory rating98.9 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20
Structure length38 ft (11.6 m)
Longest span30 ft (9.1 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic21,192 (2024)
Projected traffic26,070 by 2032
Trucks12%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed5 mi (8 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 proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Pa 61 (lr 160) over Pigeon Creek built?

It was built in 1948, making it 77 years old in 2025.

What condition is Pa 61 (lr 160) over Pigeon 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 September 2023.

How much traffic does Pa 61 (lr 160) over Pigeon Creek carry?

About 21,192 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 12% are trucks.

How long is Pa 61 (lr 160) over Pigeon Creek?

The structure is 38 ft (11.6 m) long with a longest span of 30 ft (9.1 m).

Who owns Pa 61 (lr 160) over Pigeon Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.