US Bridges

SR 78(LR 141) over Crosskill Creek

Fair

Berks County, Pennsylvania · Near PA645 Interchange · Structure no. 000000000004627

Built
1972
53 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected February 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
40 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
37,481
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SR 78(LR 141) over Crosskill Creek is a concrete culvert carrying SR 78(LR 141) over Crosskill Creek in Berks County, Pennsylvania. It was built in 1972, so it is 53 years old, younger 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 6 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 37,481 vehicles a day, roughly 37% of them trucks, projected to reach 45,984 by 2032. The structure is 40 ft (12.2 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).

CarriesSR 78(LR 141)
CrossesCrosskill Creek
LocationNear PA645 Interchange
RouteInterstate 78
Coordinates40.46553, -76.34378
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Interstate

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 protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionFebruary 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating107 US tons
Inventory rating64 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length40 ft (12.2 m)
Longest span20 ft (6.1 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic37,481 (2024)
Projected traffic45,984 by 2032
Trucks37%
Lanes on structure3
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed5 mi (8 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkInterstate STRAHNET route

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 SR 78(LR 141) over Crosskill Creek built?

It was built in 1972, making it 53 years old in 2025.

What condition is SR 78(LR 141) over Crosskill 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 February 2023.

How much traffic does SR 78(LR 141) over Crosskill Creek carry?

About 37,481 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 37% are trucks.

How long is SR 78(LR 141) over Crosskill Creek?

The structure is 40 ft (12.2 m) long with a longest span of 20 ft (6.1 m).

Who owns SR 78(LR 141) over Crosskill Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.