US Bridges

Pa 12 over SR 2007 Bernhart Creek

Fair

Berks County, Pennsylvania · 0.25 Mi.E.Of Reading · Structure no. 000000000005075

Built
1980
45 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected October 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
457 ft
7 main spans
Daily traffic
42,604
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Pa 12 over SR 2007 Bernhart Creek is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Pa 12 over SR 2007 Bernhart Creek in Berks County, Pennsylvania. It was built in 1980, so it is 45 years old, younger 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 42,604 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 43,131 by 2032. The structure is 457 ft (139.3 m) long and 106 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

Location

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CarriesPa 12
CrossesSR 2007 Bernhart Creek
Location0.25 Mi.E.Of Reading
RouteState Highway 12
CountyBerks County
StatePennsylvania
Coordinates40.37148, -75.91973
Functional classUrban Principal Arterial - Other Freeway or Expressway

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionOctober 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating77.1 US tons
Inventory rating30 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans7
Design loadHS 20
Structure length457 ft (139.3 m)
Longest span87 ft (26.5 m)
Deck width106 ft (32.3 m)
Roadway width100 ft (30.5 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic42,604 (2024)
Projected traffic43,131 by 2032
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure6
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway and waterway
Detour if closed3.7 mi (6 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

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—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Pa 12 over SR 2007 Bernhart Creek built?

It was built in 1980, making it 45 years old in 2025.

What condition is Pa 12 over SR 2007 Bernhart Creek 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 October 2024.

How much traffic does Pa 12 over SR 2007 Bernhart Creek carry?

About 42,604 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is Pa 12 over SR 2007 Bernhart Creek?

The structure is 457 ft (139.3 m) long with a longest span of 87 ft (26.5 m) and a deck 106 ft wide.

Who owns Pa 12 over SR 2007 Bernhart Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.