US Bridges

SR 1006 (lr 06139) over US 0222(LR 157)

Fair

Berks County, Pennsylvania · US 222 Interchange · Structure no. 000000000004955

Built
1972
53 years old, rebuilt 2010
Condition
Fair
inspected May 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel Continuous
Length
316 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
2,067
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SR 1006 (lr 06139) over US 0222(LR 157) is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying SR 1006 (lr 06139) over US 0222(LR 157) in Berks County, Pennsylvania. It was built in 1972 and reconstructed in 2010, so it is 53 years old, younger 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 2,067 vehicles a day, roughly 12% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,029 by 2032. The structure is 316 ft (96.3 m) long and 48 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.7 mi (14 km).

Location

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CarriesSR 1006 (lr 06139)
CrossesUS 0222(LR 157)
LocationUS 222 Interchange
RouteState Highway 0
CountyBerks County
StatePennsylvania
Coordinates40.50458, -75.80505
Functional classRural Minor 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
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionMay 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating65 US tons
Inventory rating39 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans2 (+2 approach)
Design loadHS 20
Structure length316 ft (96.3 m)
Longest span113 ft (34.4 m)
Deck width48 ft (14.6 m)
Roadway width44 ft (13.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,067 (2024)
Projected traffic3,029 by 2032
Trucks12%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
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$1.1 million
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was SR 1006 (lr 06139) over US 0222(LR 157) built?

It was built in 1972, making it 53 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2010.

What condition is SR 1006 (lr 06139) over US 0222(LR 157) 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 May 2024.

How much traffic does SR 1006 (lr 06139) over US 0222(LR 157) carry?

About 2,067 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 12% are trucks.

How long is SR 1006 (lr 06139) over US 0222(LR 157)?

The structure is 316 ft (96.3 m) long with a longest span of 113 ft (34.4 m) and a deck 48 ft wide.

Who owns SR 1006 (lr 06139) over US 0222(LR 157)?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.