US 222NB(LR 157) over SR 8009SB on Ramp to 222
GoodBerks County, Pennsylvania · 2 MI S of Kutztown · Structure no. 000000000004799
- Built
- 1972
- 53 years old, rebuilt 2011
- Condition
- Good
- inspected January 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 167 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 11,547
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 222NB(LR 157) over SR 8009SB on Ramp to 222 is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 222NB(LR 157) over SR 8009SB on Ramp to 222 in Berks County, Pennsylvania. It was built in 1972 and reconstructed in 2011, 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 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 11,547 vehicles a day, roughly 19% of them trucks, projected to reach 14,545 by 2032. The structure is 167 ft (50.9 m) long and 43 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).
Location
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 222NB(LR 157) over SR 8009SB on Ramp to 222 built?
It was built in 1972, making it 53 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2011.
What condition is US 222NB(LR 157) over SR 8009SB on Ramp to 222 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 January 2024.
How much traffic does US 222NB(LR 157) over SR 8009SB on Ramp to 222 carry?
About 11,547 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 19% are trucks.
How long is US 222NB(LR 157) over SR 8009SB on Ramp to 222?
The structure is 167 ft (50.9 m) long with a longest span of 80 ft (24.4 m) and a deck 43 ft wide.
Who owns US 222NB(LR 157) over SR 8009SB on Ramp to 222?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.