US Bridges

SR 422 Wb(lr 146) over Leafs Run

Fair

Berks County, Pennsylvania · US 422WB-OLD 422 Junct. · Structure no. 000000000004871

Built
1967
58 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected February 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
25 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
16,823
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SR 422 Wb(lr 146) over Leafs Run is a concrete culvert carrying SR 422 Wb(lr 146) over Leafs Run in Berks County, Pennsylvania. It was built in 1967, so it is 58 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 16,823 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 21,126 by 2032. The structure is 25 ft (7.6 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).

Location

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CarriesSR 422 Wb(lr 146)
CrossesLeafs Run
LocationUS 422WB-OLD 422 Junct.
RouteU.S. Route 422
CountyBerks County
StatePennsylvania
Coordinates40.25533, -75.72129
Functional classUrban Other Principal 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
Channel and channel protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Culvert5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, 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
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating99 US tons
Inventory rating98.9 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20
Structure length25 ft (7.6 m)
Longest span25 ft (7.6 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic16,823 (2024)
Projected traffic21,126 by 2032
Trucks8%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed5 mi (8 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

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 422 Wb(lr 146) over Leafs Run built?

It was built in 1967, making it 58 years old in 2025.

What condition is SR 422 Wb(lr 146) over Leafs Run 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 SR 422 Wb(lr 146) over Leafs Run carry?

About 16,823 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.

How long is SR 422 Wb(lr 146) over Leafs Run?

The structure is 25 ft (7.6 m) long with a longest span of 25 ft (7.6 m).

Who owns SR 422 Wb(lr 146) over Leafs Run?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.