US Bridges

Pa 724(LR 147) over Trib Schuylkill Riv

Fair

Berks County, Pennsylvania · Near Chester County Line · Structure no. 000000000004917

Built
1949
76 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected July 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
20 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
5,108
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Pa 724(LR 147) over Trib Schuylkill Riv is a concrete culvert carrying Pa 724(LR 147) over Trib Schuylkill Riv in Berks County, Pennsylvania. It was built in 1949, so it is 76 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 5,108 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 7,674 by 2032. The structure is 20 ft (6.1 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 14.9 mi (24 km).

Location

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CarriesPa 724(LR 147)
CrossesTrib Schuylkill Riv
LocationNear Chester County Line
RouteState Highway 724
CountyBerks County
StatePennsylvania
Coordinates40.24305, -75.70184
Functional classUrban Minor 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 protection4 PoorAdvanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour.
Culvert5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionJuly 2023
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 adequacy8: Equal 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 length20 ft (6.1 m)
Longest span20 ft (6.1 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic5,108 (2023)
Projected traffic7,674 by 2032
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed14.9 mi (24 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 proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Pa 724(LR 147) over Trib Schuylkill Riv built?

It was built in 1949, making it 76 years old in 2025.

What condition is Pa 724(LR 147) over Trib Schuylkill Riv 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 July 2023.

How much traffic does Pa 724(LR 147) over Trib Schuylkill Riv carry?

About 5,108 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is Pa 724(LR 147) over Trib Schuylkill Riv?

The structure is 20 ft (6.1 m) long with a longest span of 20 ft (6.1 m).

Who owns Pa 724(LR 147) over Trib Schuylkill Riv?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.