US Bridges

Ramp J(SR8042) over US 222

Good

Berks County, Pennsylvania · Ramp J over US 222 · Structure no. 000000000040494

Built
1998
27 years old
Condition
Good
inspected August 2021
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel Continuous
Length
279 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
13,198
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Ramp J(SR8042) over US 222 is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Ramp J(SR8042) 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 13,198 vehicles a day, roughly 50% of them trucks, projected to reach 15,529 by 2032. The structure is 279 ft (85 m) long and 35 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

CarriesRamp J(SR8042)
CrossesUS 222
LocationRamp J over US 222
RouteState Highway 0
Coordinates40.35288, -75.96497
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.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionAugust 2021
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 alignment7: Better than present minimum criteria
Operating rating75 US tons
Inventory rating45 US tons

Structure

MaterialSteel Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans2
Design loadHS 25 or greater
Structure length279 ft (85 m)
Longest span149 ft (45.4 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 closed3.1 mi (5 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(SR8042) over US 222 built?

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

What condition is Ramp J(SR8042) 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 2021.

How much traffic does Ramp J(SR8042) over US 222 carry?

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

How long is Ramp J(SR8042) over US 222?

The structure is 279 ft (85 m) long with a longest span of 149 ft (45.4 m) and a deck 35 ft wide.

Who owns Ramp J(SR8042) over US 222?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.