US Bridges

Ramp K(sr 8042) over US 222

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Berks County, Pennsylvania · Ramp K over US 222 · Structure no. 000000000040234

Built
1998
27 years old
Condition
Good
inspected August 2022
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel Continuous
Length
175 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
9,301
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Ramp K(sr 8042) over US 222 is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Ramp K(sr 8042) over US 222 in Berks County, Pennsylvania. It was built in 1998, so it is 27 years old, younger than the Pennsylvania average of 54.8 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in good condition with a lowest component rating of 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 9,301 vehicles a day, roughly 50% of them trucks, projected to reach 14,924 by 2032. The structure is 175 ft (53.3 m) long and 36 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

Location

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CarriesRamp K(sr 8042)
CrossesUS 222
LocationRamp K over US 222
RouteState Highway 0
CountyBerks County
StatePennsylvania
Coordinates40.35275, -75.96256
Functional classUrban Principal Arterial - Other Freeway or Expressway

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionAugust 2022
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating75 US tons
Inventory rating45 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans2
Design loadHS 25 or greater
Structure length175 ft (53.3 m)
Longest span93 ft (28.3 m)
Deck width36 ft (10.9 m)
Roadway width32 ft (9.8 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic9,301 (2024)
Projected traffic14,924 by 2032
Trucks50%
Lanes on structure1
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

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—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was Ramp K(sr 8042) over US 222 built?

It was built in 1998, making it 27 years old in 2025.

What condition is Ramp K(sr 8042) over US 222 in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in good condition. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. The last reported inspection was in August 2022.

How much traffic does Ramp K(sr 8042) over US 222 carry?

About 9,301 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 50% are trucks.

How long is Ramp K(sr 8042) over US 222?

The structure is 175 ft (53.3 m) long with a longest span of 93 ft (28.3 m) and a deck 36 ft wide.

Who owns Ramp K(sr 8042) over US 222?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.