US Bridges

SR 2069 (lr 284) over West Swamp Creek

Fair

Berks County, Pennsylvania · Bechtelsville Boro · Structure no. 000000000005128

Built
1913
112 years old, rebuilt 1994
Condition
Fair
inspected July 2024
Type
Slab
Concrete
Length
30 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
3,407
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SR 2069 (lr 284) over West Swamp Creek is a concrete slab carrying SR 2069 (lr 284) over West Swamp Creek in Berks County, Pennsylvania. It was built in 1913 and reconstructed in 1994, so it is 112 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.

It carries about 3,407 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,371 by 2032. The structure is 30 ft (9.1 m) long and 45 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 km).

CarriesSR 2069 (lr 284)
CrossesWest Swamp Creek
LocationBechtelsville Boro
RouteState Highway 0
Coordinates40.37318, -75.62989
Functional classUrban Collector

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.
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionJuly 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour within limits of footing or piles
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating71 US tons
Inventory rating42 US tons

Structure

Structure typeSlab
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20
Structure length30 ft (9.1 m)
Longest span29 ft (8.8 m)
Deck width45 ft (13.6 m)
Roadway width30 ft (9.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic3,407 (2024)
Projected traffic6,371 by 2032
Trucks7%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed6.2 mi (10 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$137,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was SR 2069 (lr 284) over West Swamp Creek built?

It was built in 1913, making it 112 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1994.

What condition is SR 2069 (lr 284) over West Swamp 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 July 2024.

How much traffic does SR 2069 (lr 284) over West Swamp Creek carry?

About 3,407 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.

How long is SR 2069 (lr 284) over West Swamp Creek?

The structure is 30 ft (9.1 m) long with a longest span of 29 ft (8.8 m) and a deck 45 ft wide.

Who owns SR 2069 (lr 284) over West Swamp Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.