US Bridges

SR 2003 (lr 06220) over Norfolk Southern

Fair

Berks County, Pennsylvania · 4th ST (one-Way Sb) · Structure no. 000000000005033

Built
1916
109 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected February 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel
Length
37 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
6,878
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SR 2003 (lr 06220) over Norfolk Southern is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying SR 2003 (lr 06220) over Norfolk Southern in Berks County, Pennsylvania. It was built in 1916, so it is 109 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 6,878 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,328 by 2032. The structure is 37 ft (11.3 m) long and 60 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 0.6 mi (1 km).

Location

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CarriesSR 2003 (lr 06220)
CrossesNorfolk Southern
Location4th ST (one-Way Sb)
RouteState Highway 0
CountyBerks County
StatePennsylvania
Coordinates40.34382, -75.92959
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
Deck5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Superstructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Substructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionFebruary 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 geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating54 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20
Structure length37 ft (11.3 m)
Longest span33 ft (10.1 m)
Deck width60 ft (18.3 m)
Roadway width34 ft (10.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic6,878 (2024)
Projected traffic6,328 by 2032
Trucks1%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesRailroad
Detour if closed0.6 mi (1 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$373,000
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was SR 2003 (lr 06220) over Norfolk Southern built?

It was built in 1916, making it 109 years old in 2025.

What condition is SR 2003 (lr 06220) over Norfolk Southern 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 February 2024.

How much traffic does SR 2003 (lr 06220) over Norfolk Southern carry?

About 6,878 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.

How long is SR 2003 (lr 06220) over Norfolk Southern?

The structure is 37 ft (11.3 m) long with a longest span of 33 ft (10.1 m) and a deck 60 ft wide.

Who owns SR 2003 (lr 06220) over Norfolk Southern?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.