US Bridges

SR 73 Lake Shore D over Norfolk Southern

Fair

Berks County, Pennsylvania · Maidencreek · Structure no. 000000000004611

Built
1935
90 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected June 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel
Length
43 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
6,954
2024 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

SR 73 Lake Shore D over Norfolk Southern is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying SR 73 Lake Shore D over Norfolk Southern in Berks County, Pennsylvania. It was built in 1935, so it is 90 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 6,954 vehicles a day, roughly 16% of them trucks, projected to reach 7,164 by 2032. The structure is 43 ft (13.1 m) long and 32 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).

Location

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CarriesSR 73 Lake Shore D
CrossesNorfolk Southern
LocationMaidencreek
RouteState Highway 73
CountyBerks County
StatePennsylvania
Coordinates40.45044, -75.91059
Functional classUrban Minor 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
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.
Last inspectionJune 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry2: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of replacement
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating91.1 US tons
Inventory rating55 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20
Structure length43 ft (13.1 m)
Longest span40 ft (12.2 m)
Deck width32 ft (9.8 m)
Roadway width24 ft (7.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic6,954 (2024)
Projected traffic7,164 by 2032
Trucks16%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesRailroad
Detour if closed5 mi (8 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Maintained byCity or Municipal 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$59,000
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was SR 73 Lake Shore D over Norfolk Southern built?

It was built in 1935, making it 90 years old in 2025.

What condition is SR 73 Lake Shore D over Norfolk Southern 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 2024.

How much traffic does SR 73 Lake Shore D over Norfolk Southern carry?

About 6,954 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 16% are trucks.

How long is SR 73 Lake Shore D over Norfolk Southern?

The structure is 43 ft (13.1 m) long with a longest span of 40 ft (12.2 m) and a deck 32 ft wide.

Who owns SR 73 Lake Shore D over Norfolk Southern?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.