US Bridges

SR2007/KUTZTOWN RD over Bernhart Creek

Good

Berks County, Pennsylvania · Kutztown RD Muhl.Twp. · Structure no. 000000000005039

Built
1978
47 years old
Condition
Good
inspected June 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
27 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
8,676
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SR2007/KUTZTOWN RD over Bernhart Creek is a concrete culvert carrying SR2007/KUTZTOWN RD over Bernhart Creek in Berks County, Pennsylvania. It was built in 1978, so it is 47 years old, younger than the Pennsylvania average of 54.8 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in good condition with a lowest component rating of 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 8,676 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 11,500 by 2032. The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long and 51 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

CarriesSR2007/KUTZTOWN RD
CrossesBernhart Creek
LocationKutztown RD Muhl.Twp.
RouteState Highway 0
Coordinates40.3712, -75.91983
Functional classUrban Collector

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJune 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating59 US tons
Inventory rating35.1 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length27 ft (8.2 m)
Longest span12 ft (3.7 m)
Deck width51 ft (15.4 m)
Roadway width38 ft (11.6 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic8,676 (2024)
Projected traffic11,500 by 2032
Trucks3%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 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 proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was SR2007/KUTZTOWN RD over Bernhart Creek built?

It was built in 1978, making it 47 years old in 2025.

What condition is SR2007/KUTZTOWN RD over Bernhart Creek in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in good condition. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. The last reported inspection was in June 2023.

How much traffic does SR2007/KUTZTOWN RD over Bernhart Creek carry?

About 8,676 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.

How long is SR2007/KUTZTOWN RD over Bernhart Creek?

The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m) and a deck 51 ft wide.

Who owns SR2007/KUTZTOWN RD over Bernhart Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.