US Bridges

SR 2026 (lr 06113) over Bieber Creek

Poor

Berks County, Pennsylvania · 3 Mi.N.Of Pricetown · Structure no. 000000000005085

Built
1927
98 years old
Condition
Poor
inspected October 2024
Type
Tee Beam
Concrete
Length
43 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
969
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SR 2026 (lr 06113) over Bieber Creek is a concrete tee beam carrying SR 2026 (lr 06113) over Bieber Creek in Berks County, Pennsylvania. It was built in 1927, so it is 98 years old, older than the Pennsylvania average of 54.8 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in poor condition with a lowest component rating of 4 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.

It carries about 969 vehicles a day, roughly 12% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,794 by 2032. The structure is 43 ft (13.1 m) long and 25 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 0.6 mi (1 km).

Location

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CarriesSR 2026 (lr 06113)
CrossesBieber Creek
Location3 Mi.N.Of Pricetown
RouteState Highway 0
CountyBerks County
StatePennsylvania
Coordinates40.43997, -75.77229
Functional classRural Major Collector

Condition and inspection

Poor

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Superstructure4 PoorAdvanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour.
Substructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Channel and channel protection4 PoorAdvanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionOctober 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour within limits of footing or piles
Structural evaluation4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Deck geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating53 US tons
Inventory rating31 US tons

Structure

Structure typeTee Beam
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20
Structure length43 ft (13.1 m)
Longest span41 ft (12.5 m)
Deck width25 ft (7.6 m)
Roadway width23 ft (7 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic969 (2023)
Projected traffic1,794 by 2032
Trucks12%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed0.6 mi (1 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$129,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was SR 2026 (lr 06113) over Bieber Creek built?

It was built in 1927, making it 98 years old in 2025.

What condition is SR 2026 (lr 06113) over Bieber Creek in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in poor condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. The last reported inspection was in October 2024.

How much traffic does SR 2026 (lr 06113) over Bieber Creek carry?

About 969 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 12% are trucks.

How long is SR 2026 (lr 06113) over Bieber Creek?

The structure is 43 ft (13.1 m) long with a longest span of 41 ft (12.5 m) and a deck 25 ft wide.

Who owns SR 2026 (lr 06113) over Bieber Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.