US Bridges

SR 78(LR 285) over Trib.To Furnace Ckeek

Fair

Berks County, Pennsylvania · 1 Mi.W.Of Lenhartsville · Structure no. 000000000004675

Built
1957
68 years old, rebuilt 1985
Condition
Fair
inspected May 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
24 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
37,008
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SR 78(LR 285) over Trib.To Furnace Ckeek is a concrete culvert carrying SR 78(LR 285) over Trib.To Furnace Ckeek in Berks County, Pennsylvania. It was built in 1957 and reconstructed in 1985, so it is 68 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 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 37,008 vehicles a day, roughly 41% of them trucks, projected to reach 50,359 by 2032. The structure is 24 ft (7.3 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 9.9 mi (16 km).

Location

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CarriesSR 78(LR 285)
CrossesTrib.To Furnace Ckeek
Location1 Mi.W.Of Lenhartsville
RouteInterstate 78
CountyBerks County
StatePennsylvania
Coordinates40.57729, -75.90628
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 protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionMay 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating77.1 US tons
Inventory rating46 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length24 ft (7.3 m)
Longest span24 ft (7.3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic37,008 (2024)
Projected traffic50,359 by 2032
Trucks41%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed9.9 mi (16 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 285) over Trib.To Furnace Ckeek built?

It was built in 1957, making it 68 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1985.

What condition is SR 78(LR 285) over Trib.To Furnace Ckeek 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 May 2023.

How much traffic does SR 78(LR 285) over Trib.To Furnace Ckeek carry?

About 37,008 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 41% are trucks.

How long is SR 78(LR 285) over Trib.To Furnace Ckeek?

The structure is 24 ft (7.3 m) long with a longest span of 24 ft (7.3 m).

Who owns SR 78(LR 285) over Trib.To Furnace Ckeek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.