US Bridges

SR 2005 (lr 148) over Norfolk Southern RR

Fair

Berks County, Pennsylvania · Bingaman ST Bridge · Structure no. 000000000005035

Built
1920
105 years old, rebuilt 1966
Condition
Fair
inspected April 2024
Type
Arch - Deck
Concrete
Length
1,476 ft
13 main spans
Daily traffic
19,564
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SR 2005 (lr 148) over Norfolk Southern RR is a concrete arch - deck carrying SR 2005 (lr 148) over Norfolk Southern RR in Berks County, Pennsylvania. It was built in 1920 and reconstructed in 1966, 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 19,564 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 21,217 by 2032. The structure is 1,476 ft (449.9 m) long and 59 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

Location

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CarriesSR 2005 (lr 148)
CrossesNorfolk Southern RR
LocationBingaman ST Bridge
RouteU.S. Route 222B
CountyBerks County
StatePennsylvania
Coordinates40.32615, -75.93233
Functional classUrban Other Principal 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.
Channel and channel protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionApril 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour within limits of footing or piles
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 adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating55 US tons
Inventory rating33 US tons

Structure

Structure typeArch - Deck
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans13 (+2 approach)
Design loadHS 20
Structure length1,476 ft (449.9 m)
Longest span114 ft (34.7 m)
Deck width59 ft (18.1 m)
Roadway width45 ft (13.6 m)
Vertical clearance over deck15 ft (4.4 m)

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic19,564 (2024)
Projected traffic21,217 by 2032
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesHighway, waterway and railroad
Detour if closed3.1 mi (5 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusEligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$9.3 million
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was SR 2005 (lr 148) over Norfolk Southern RR built?

It was built in 1920, making it 105 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1966.

What condition is SR 2005 (lr 148) over Norfolk Southern RR 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 April 2024.

How much traffic does SR 2005 (lr 148) over Norfolk Southern RR carry?

About 19,564 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is SR 2005 (lr 148) over Norfolk Southern RR?

The structure is 1,476 ft (449.9 m) long with a longest span of 114 ft (34.7 m) and a deck 59 ft wide.

Who owns SR 2005 (lr 148) over Norfolk Southern RR?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.