US Bridges

SR 3033(LR 06047) over Tulpehocken Creek

Fair

Berks County, Pennsylvania · 1 Mi.Sw of Bernville Boro · Structure no. 000000000005179

Built
1976
49 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected July 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
316 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
3,651
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SR 3033(LR 06047) over Tulpehocken Creek is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying SR 3033(LR 06047) over Tulpehocken Creek in Berks County, Pennsylvania. It was built in 1976, so it is 49 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 3,651 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,514 by 2032. The structure is 316 ft (96.3 m) long and 48 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

Location

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CarriesSR 3033(LR 06047)
CrossesTulpehocken Creek
Location1 Mi.Sw of Bernville Boro
RouteState Highway 0
CountyBerks County
StatePennsylvania
Coordinates40.42524, -76.1124
Functional classRural Major 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
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
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 protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionJuly 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 geometry7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating85 US tons
Inventory rating38 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length316 ft (96.3 m)
Longest span106 ft (32.3 m)
Deck width48 ft (14.5 m)
Roadway width44 ft (13.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic3,651 (2024)
Projected traffic4,514 by 2032
Trucks7%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 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 proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was SR 3033(LR 06047) over Tulpehocken Creek built?

It was built in 1976, making it 49 years old in 2025.

What condition is SR 3033(LR 06047) over Tulpehocken 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 3033(LR 06047) over Tulpehocken Creek carry?

About 3,651 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.

How long is SR 3033(LR 06047) over Tulpehocken Creek?

The structure is 316 ft (96.3 m) long with a longest span of 106 ft (32.3 m) and a deck 48 ft wide.

Who owns SR 3033(LR 06047) over Tulpehocken Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.