US Bridges

Pa 419(LR 382) over Tulpehocken Creek

Fair

Berks County, Pennsylvania · .75 Mi.N.Of Womelsdorf · Structure no. 000000000004814

Built
1926
99 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected February 2024
Type
Tee Beam
Concrete
Length
200 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
4,439
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Pa 419(LR 382) over Tulpehocken Creek is a concrete tee beam carrying Pa 419(LR 382) over Tulpehocken Creek in Berks County, Pennsylvania. It was built in 1926, so it is 99 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 4,439 vehicles a day, roughly 12% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,711 by 2032. The structure is 200 ft (61 m) long and 25 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

Location

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CarriesPa 419(LR 382)
CrossesTulpehocken Creek
Location.75 Mi.N.Of Womelsdorf
RouteState Highway 419
CountyBerks County
StatePennsylvania
Coordinates40.37528, -76.18892
Functional classRural Major Collector

Condition and inspection

Fair

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Superstructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Substructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Channel and channel protection4 PoorAdvanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionFebruary 2024
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
Deck geometry2: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of replacement
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating71 US tons
Inventory rating42 US tons

Structure

Structure typeTee Beam
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans4
Design loadHS 20
Structure length200 ft (61 m)
Longest span45 ft (13.7 m)
Deck width25 ft (7.6 m)
Roadway width23 ft (7.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic4,439 (2023)
Projected traffic6,711 by 2032
Trucks12%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.7 mi (6 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState 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$554,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Pa 419(LR 382) over Tulpehocken Creek built?

It was built in 1926, making it 99 years old in 2025.

What condition is Pa 419(LR 382) over Tulpehocken 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 2024.

How much traffic does Pa 419(LR 382) over Tulpehocken Creek carry?

About 4,439 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 12% are trucks.

How long is Pa 419(LR 382) over Tulpehocken Creek?

The structure is 200 ft (61 m) long with a longest span of 45 ft (13.7 m) and a deck 25 ft wide.

Who owns Pa 419(LR 382) over Tulpehocken Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.