Pa 724 (lr 147) over Six Penny Creek
FairBerks County, Pennsylvania · 2 MI East of Birdsboro · Structure no. 000000000004920
- Built
- 1950
- 75 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected November 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 21 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 5,670
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Pa 724 (lr 147) over Six Penny Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Pa 724 (lr 147) over Six Penny Creek in Berks County, Pennsylvania. It was built in 1950, so it is 75 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 6 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 5,670 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 9,438 by 2032. The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 11.2 mi (18 km).
Location
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Pa 724 (lr 147) over Six Penny Creek built?
It was built in 1950, making it 75 years old in 2025.
What condition is Pa 724 (lr 147) over Six Penny 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 November 2024.
How much traffic does Pa 724 (lr 147) over Six Penny Creek carry?
About 5,670 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.
How long is Pa 724 (lr 147) over Six Penny Creek?
The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long with a longest span of 21 ft (6.4 m).
Who owns Pa 724 (lr 147) over Six Penny Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.