US Bridges

SR 422(LR 1041) over Trib.To Schuylkill River

Good

Berks County, Pennsylvania · Montgomery County Line · Structure no. 000000000004875

Built
1967
58 years old
Condition
Good
inspected January 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
22 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
35,736
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SR 422(LR 1041) over Trib.To Schuylkill River is a concrete culvert carrying SR 422(LR 1041) over Trib.To Schuylkill River 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 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 35,736 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 47,430 by 2032. The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).

Location

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CarriesSR 422(LR 1041)
CrossesTrib.To Schuylkill River
LocationMontgomery County Line
RouteU.S. Route 422
CountyBerks County
StatePennsylvania
Coordinates40.24239, -75.69626
Functional classUrban Principal Arterial - Other Freeway or Expressway

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJanuary 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour within limits of footing or piles
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating99 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20
Structure length22 ft (6.7 m)
Longest span22 ft (6.7 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic35,736 (2024)
Projected traffic47,430 by 2032
Trucks7%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-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 proposedOther structural work, including hydraulic replacements
Estimated improvement cost$786,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was SR 422(LR 1041) over Trib.To Schuylkill River built?

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

What condition is SR 422(LR 1041) over Trib.To Schuylkill River 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 2023.

How much traffic does SR 422(LR 1041) over Trib.To Schuylkill River carry?

About 35,736 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.

How long is SR 422(LR 1041) over Trib.To Schuylkill River?

The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long with a longest span of 22 ft (6.7 m).

Who owns SR 422(LR 1041) over Trib.To Schuylkill River?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.