US Bridges

US 222 Bus over Norfolk Southern RR

FairPosted for load

Berks County, Pennsylvania · At 61/222 Bus. Split · Structure no. 000000000005036

Built
1936
89 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected May 2023
Type
Girder and Floorbeam System
Steel
Length
68 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
12,771
2023 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 222 Bus over Norfolk Southern RR is a steel girder and floorbeam system carrying US 222 Bus over Norfolk Southern RR in Berks County, Pennsylvania. It was built in 1936, so it is 89 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. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.

It carries about 12,771 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 18,506 by 2032. The structure is 68 ft (20.7 m) long and 76 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

Location

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CarriesUS 222 Bus
CrossesNorfolk Southern RR
LocationAt 61/222 Bus. Split
RouteU.S. Route 222B
CountyBerks County
StatePennsylvania
Coordinates40.34365, -75.92761
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.
Last inspectionMay 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load 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 alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating40 US tons
Inventory rating24 US tons

Structure

Structure typeGirder and Floorbeam System
MaterialSteel
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20
Structure length68 ft (20.7 m)
Longest span66 ft (20.1 m)
Deck width76 ft (23.1 m)
Roadway width48 ft (14.6 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic12,771 (2023)
Projected traffic18,506 by 2032
Trucks4%
Lanes on structure3
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesRailroad
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Maintained byCity or Municipal 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$203,000
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was US 222 Bus over Norfolk Southern RR built?

It was built in 1936, making it 89 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 222 Bus 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 May 2023.

How much traffic does US 222 Bus over Norfolk Southern RR carry?

About 12,771 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.

How long is US 222 Bus over Norfolk Southern RR?

The structure is 68 ft (20.7 m) long with a longest span of 66 ft (20.1 m) and a deck 76 ft wide.

Who owns US 222 Bus over Norfolk Southern RR?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.