US Bridges

SR 4002(LR 06003) over Crosskill Creek

Fair

Berks County, Pennsylvania · 1 Mi.W.Of Frystown · Structure no. 000000000005223

Built
1937
88 years old, rebuilt 1980
Condition
Fair
inspected February 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel
Length
65 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
2,151
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SR 4002(LR 06003) over Crosskill Creek is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying SR 4002(LR 06003) over Crosskill Creek in Berks County, Pennsylvania. It was built in 1937 and reconstructed in 1980, so it is 88 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 2,151 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,241 by 2032. The structure is 65 ft (19.8 m) long and 26 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

Location

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CarriesSR 4002(LR 06003)
CrossesCrosskill Creek
Location1 Mi.W.Of Frystown
RouteState Highway 0
CountyBerks County
StatePennsylvania
Coordinates40.44711, -76.35478
Functional classRural Minor 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.
Substructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Channel and channel protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionFebruary 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; action required to protect exposed foundations
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 adequacy5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment7: Better than present minimum criteria
Operating rating93 US tons
Inventory rating56 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length65 ft (19.8 m)
Longest span32 ft (9.8 m)
Deck width26 ft (7.8 m)
Roadway width22 ft (6.7 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,151 (2024)
Projected traffic2,241 by 2032
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.7 mi (6 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$68,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was SR 4002(LR 06003) over Crosskill Creek built?

It was built in 1937, making it 88 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1980.

What condition is SR 4002(LR 06003) over Crosskill 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 February 2023.

How much traffic does SR 4002(LR 06003) over Crosskill Creek carry?

About 2,151 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is SR 4002(LR 06003) over Crosskill Creek?

The structure is 65 ft (19.8 m) long with a longest span of 32 ft (9.8 m) and a deck 26 ft wide.

Who owns SR 4002(LR 06003) over Crosskill Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.