US Bridges

SR 1004 (lr 06116) over Laurel Run Creek

Fair

Berks County, Pennsylvania · Mt.Laurel Ave. · Structure no. 000000000004948

Built
1969
56 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected November 2022
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
51 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
4,033
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SR 1004 (lr 06116) over Laurel Run Creek is a concrete culvert carrying SR 1004 (lr 06116) over Laurel Run Creek in Berks County, Pennsylvania. It was built in 1969, so it is 56 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 4,033 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,685 by 2032. The structure is 51 ft (15.5 m) long and 47 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.7 mi (14 km).

Location

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CarriesSR 1004 (lr 06116)
CrossesLaurel Run Creek
LocationMt.Laurel Ave.
RouteState Highway 0
CountyBerks County
StatePennsylvania
Coordinates40.41107, -75.91678
Functional classUrban 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
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 inspectionNovember 2022
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating52 US tons
Inventory rating31 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length51 ft (15.5 m)
Longest span25 ft (7.6 m)
Deck width47 ft (14.2 m)
Roadway width34 ft (10.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic4,033 (2024)
Projected traffic4,685 by 2032
Trucks9%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed8.7 mi (14 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$442,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was SR 1004 (lr 06116) over Laurel Run Creek built?

It was built in 1969, making it 56 years old in 2025.

What condition is SR 1004 (lr 06116) over Laurel Run 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 2022.

How much traffic does SR 1004 (lr 06116) over Laurel Run Creek carry?

About 4,033 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.

How long is SR 1004 (lr 06116) over Laurel Run Creek?

The structure is 51 ft (15.5 m) long with a longest span of 25 ft (7.6 m) and a deck 47 ft wide.

Who owns SR 1004 (lr 06116) over Laurel Run Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.