US Bridges

SR 2016 (lr 06212) over Reading Rr(removed)

Fair

Berks County, Pennsylvania · Laureldale Boro(eliz.Ave) · Structure no. 000000000005054

Built
1961
64 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected December 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel
Length
31 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
2,289
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SR 2016 (lr 06212) over Reading Rr(removed) is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying SR 2016 (lr 06212) over Reading Rr(removed) in Berks County, Pennsylvania. It was built in 1961, so it is 64 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 6 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 2,289 vehicles a day, roughly 2% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,119 by 2032. The structure is 31 ft (9.4 m) long and 43 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.8 mi (11 km).

Location

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CarriesSR 2016 (lr 06212)
CrossesReading Rr(removed)
LocationLaureldale Boro(eliz.Ave)
RouteState Highway 0
CountyBerks County
StatePennsylvania
Coordinates40.38984, -75.9135
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
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionDecember 2023
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Operating rating99 US tons
Inventory rating71 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20
Structure length31 ft (9.4 m)
Longest span30 ft (9.1 m)
Deck width43 ft (13 m)
Roadway width30 ft (9.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,289 (2023)
Projected traffic6,119 by 2032
Trucks2%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesOther
Detour if closed6.8 mi (11 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$65,000
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was SR 2016 (lr 06212) over Reading Rr(removed) built?

It was built in 1961, making it 64 years old in 2025.

What condition is SR 2016 (lr 06212) over Reading Rr(removed) 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 December 2023.

How much traffic does SR 2016 (lr 06212) over Reading Rr(removed) carry?

About 2,289 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 2% are trucks.

How long is SR 2016 (lr 06212) over Reading Rr(removed)?

The structure is 31 ft (9.4 m) long with a longest span of 30 ft (9.1 m) and a deck 43 ft wide.

Who owns SR 2016 (lr 06212) over Reading Rr(removed)?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.