US Bridges

I-176 (LR1011) over Norfolk Southern RR

Good

Berks County, Pennsylvania · 0.2MI S of US422 · Structure no. 000000000048147

Built
2013
12 years old
Condition
Good
inspected November 2022
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel
Length
226 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
18,660
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

I-176 (LR1011) over Norfolk Southern RR is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying I-176 (LR1011) over Norfolk Southern RR in Berks County, Pennsylvania. It was built in 2013, so it is 12 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 18,660 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 27,016 by 2032. The structure is 226 ft (68.9 m) long and 107 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 18 mi (29 km).

Location

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CarriesI-176 (LR1011)
CrossesNorfolk Southern RR
Location0.2MI S of US422
RouteInterstate 176
CountyBerks County
StatePennsylvania
Coordinates40.30202, -75.90033
Functional classUrban Principal Arterial - Interstate

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 inspectionNovember 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 alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating67.9 US tons
Inventory rating42.9 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1
Design loadHL 93
Structure length226 ft (68.9 m)
Longest span225 ft (68.6 m)
Deck width107 ft (32.5 m)
Roadway width100 ft (30.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic18,660 (2024)
Projected traffic27,016 by 2032
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesRailroad
Detour if closed18 mi (29 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkInterstate STRAHNET route

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 I-176 (LR1011) over Norfolk Southern RR built?

It was built in 2013, making it 12 years old in 2025.

What condition is I-176 (LR1011) over Norfolk Southern RR 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 November 2022.

How much traffic does I-176 (LR1011) over Norfolk Southern RR carry?

About 18,660 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is I-176 (LR1011) over Norfolk Southern RR?

The structure is 226 ft (68.9 m) long with a longest span of 225 ft (68.6 m) and a deck 107 ft wide.

Who owns I-176 (LR1011) over Norfolk Southern RR?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.