US Bridges

Ramp J over SR 8042;RAMP K

Good

Berks County, Pennsylvania · Ramp J over Ramp K · Structure no. 000000000040493

Built
1998
27 years old
Condition
Good
inspected August 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
108 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
13,198
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Ramp J over SR 8042;RAMP K is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Ramp J over SR 8042;RAMP K 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 13,198 vehicles a day, roughly 50% of them trucks, projected to reach 15,529 by 2032. The structure is 108 ft (32.9 m) long and 35 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesRamp J
CrossesSR 8042;RAMP K
LocationRamp J over Ramp K
RouteState Highway 0
Coordinates40.35208, -75.96408
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 2023
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 alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating99 US tons
Inventory rating65 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1
Design loadHS 25 or greater
Structure length108 ft (32.9 m)
Longest span104 ft (31.7 m)
Deck width35 ft (10.8 m)
Roadway width32 ft (9.8 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic13,198 (2024)
Projected traffic15,529 by 2032
Trucks50%
Lanes on structure1
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 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 J over SR 8042;RAMP K built?

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

What condition is Ramp J over SR 8042;RAMP K 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 2023.

How much traffic does Ramp J over SR 8042;RAMP K carry?

About 13,198 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 50% are trucks.

How long is Ramp J over SR 8042;RAMP K?

The structure is 108 ft (32.9 m) long with a longest span of 104 ft (31.7 m) and a deck 35 ft wide.

Who owns Ramp J over SR 8042;RAMP K?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.