US Bridges

SR 1047 (lr 06014) over Trib.W.Br.Perkiomen Cree

Fair

Berks County, Pennsylvania · Dale Rd. & Crow Hill Rd. · Structure no. 000000000005030

Built
1920
105 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected June 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel
Length
45 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
826
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SR 1047 (lr 06014) over Trib.W.Br.Perkiomen Cree is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying SR 1047 (lr 06014) over Trib.W.Br.Perkiomen Cree in Berks County, Pennsylvania. It was built in 1920, so it is 105 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 826 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 790 by 2032. The structure is 45 ft (13.7 m) long and 20 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.7 mi (14 km).

Location

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CarriesSR 1047 (lr 06014)
CrossesTrib.W.Br.Perkiomen Cree
LocationDale Rd. & Crow Hill Rd.
RouteState Highway 0
CountyBerks County
StatePennsylvania
Coordinates40.41512, -75.61612
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
Deck6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Superstructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Substructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Channel and channel protection4 PoorAdvanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionJune 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
Deck geometry2: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of replacement
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Operating rating83 US tons
Inventory rating50 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length45 ft (13.7 m)
Longest span20 ft (6.1 m)
Deck width20 ft (6.1 m)
Roadway width18 ft (5.5 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic826 (2024)
Projected traffic790 by 2032
Trucks6%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
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$41,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was SR 1047 (lr 06014) over Trib.W.Br.Perkiomen Cree built?

It was built in 1920, making it 105 years old in 2025.

What condition is SR 1047 (lr 06014) over Trib.W.Br.Perkiomen Cree 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 June 2023.

How much traffic does SR 1047 (lr 06014) over Trib.W.Br.Perkiomen Cree carry?

About 826 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.

How long is SR 1047 (lr 06014) over Trib.W.Br.Perkiomen Cree?

The structure is 45 ft (13.7 m) long with a longest span of 20 ft (6.1 m) and a deck 20 ft wide.

Who owns SR 1047 (lr 06014) over Trib.W.Br.Perkiomen Cree?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.