US Bridges

SR 3016 (lr 06062) over Cacoosing Creek

Fair

Berks County, Pennsylvania · 1 Mi.N.Of Fritztown · Structure no. 000000000005156

Built
1927
98 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected July 2024
Type
Slab
Concrete Continuous
Length
42 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
6,035
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SR 3016 (lr 06062) over Cacoosing Creek is a concrete continuous slab carrying SR 3016 (lr 06062) over Cacoosing 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 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 6,035 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 9,260 by 2032. The structure is 42 ft (12.8 m) long and 26 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 km).

Location

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CarriesSR 3016 (lr 06062)
CrossesCacoosing Creek
Location1 Mi.N.Of Fritztown
RouteState Highway 0
CountyBerks County
StatePennsylvania
Coordinates40.30444, -76.05008
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
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.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Channel and channel protection4 PoorAdvanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionJuly 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourScour critical; foundations unstable for calculated scour conditions
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry2: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of replacement
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating51 US tons
Inventory rating31 US tons

Structure

Structure typeSlab
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length42 ft (12.8 m)
Longest span20 ft (6.1 m)
Deck width26 ft (7.9 m)
Roadway width24 ft (7.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic6,035 (2024)
Projected traffic9,260 by 2032
Trucks7%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
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$51,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was SR 3016 (lr 06062) over Cacoosing Creek built?

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

What condition is SR 3016 (lr 06062) over Cacoosing 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 3016 (lr 06062) over Cacoosing Creek carry?

About 6,035 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.

How long is SR 3016 (lr 06062) over Cacoosing Creek?

The structure is 42 ft (12.8 m) long with a longest span of 20 ft (6.1 m) and a deck 26 ft wide.

Who owns SR 3016 (lr 06062) over Cacoosing Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.