US Bridges

SR 78(LR 285 Sp) over SR 1024 (long Lane)

Good

Berks County, Pennsylvania · Grimville · Structure no. 000000000056691

Built
2019
6 years old
Condition
Good
inspected November 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
85 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
38,707
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SR 78(LR 285 Sp) over SR 1024 (long Lane) is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying SR 78(LR 285 Sp) over SR 1024 (long Lane) in Berks County, Pennsylvania. It was built in 2019, so it is 6 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 38,707 vehicles a day, roughly 35% of them trucks, projected to reach 50,359 by 2032. The structure is 85 ft (25.9 m) long and 109 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 9.9 mi (16 km).

Location

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CarriesSR 78(LR 285 Sp)
CrossesSR 1024 (long Lane)
LocationGrimville
RouteInterstate 78
CountyBerks County
StatePennsylvania
Coordinates40.576, -75.78408
Functional classRural 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
Deck8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionNovember 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating54.2 US tons
Inventory rating41.8 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1
Design loadHL 93
Structure length85 ft (25.9 m)
Longest span81 ft (24.7 m)
Deck width109 ft (33.3 m)
Roadway width58 ft (17.7 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic38,707 (2024)
Projected traffic50,359 by 2032
Trucks35%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed9.9 mi (16 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 proposedOther structural work, including hydraulic replacements
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was SR 78(LR 285 Sp) over SR 1024 (long Lane) built?

It was built in 2019, making it 6 years old in 2025.

What condition is SR 78(LR 285 Sp) over SR 1024 (long Lane) 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 2023.

How much traffic does SR 78(LR 285 Sp) over SR 1024 (long Lane) carry?

About 38,707 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 35% are trucks.

How long is SR 78(LR 285 Sp) over SR 1024 (long Lane)?

The structure is 85 ft (25.9 m) long with a longest span of 81 ft (24.7 m) and a deck 109 ft wide.

Who owns SR 78(LR 285 Sp) over SR 1024 (long Lane)?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.