US Bridges

SR 78(LR 285 Sp) over Twp RD 774(HAUSMAN Rd)

Good

Berks County, Pennsylvania · 1.5 MI W of Krumsville · Structure no. 000000000067783

Built
2020
5 years old
Condition
Good
inspected November 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
74 ft
10 main spans
Daily traffic
61,123
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SR 78(LR 285 Sp) over Twp RD 774(HAUSMAN Rd) is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying SR 78(LR 285 Sp) over Twp RD 774(HAUSMAN Rd) in Berks County, Pennsylvania. It was built in 2020, so it is 5 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 8 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 61,123 vehicles a day, roughly 31% of them trucks, projected to reach 50,359 by 2032. The structure is 74 ft (22.6 m) long and 109 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 13 mi (21 km).

Location

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CarriesSR 78(LR 285 Sp)
CrossesTwp RD 774(HAUSMAN Rd)
Location1.5 MI W of Krumsville
RouteInterstate 78
CountyBerks County
StatePennsylvania
Coordinates40.57979, -75.82819
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.
Substructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionNovember 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating52.5 US tons
Inventory rating40.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans10
Design loadHL 93
Structure length74 ft (22.6 m)
Longest span70 ft (21.3 m)
Deck width109 ft (33.3 m)
Roadway width102 ft (31.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic61,123 (2024)
Projected traffic50,359 by 2032
Trucks31%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed13 mi (21 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 Twp RD 774(HAUSMAN Rd) built?

It was built in 2020, making it 5 years old in 2025.

What condition is SR 78(LR 285 Sp) over Twp RD 774(HAUSMAN Rd) 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 Twp RD 774(HAUSMAN Rd) carry?

About 61,123 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 31% are trucks.

How long is SR 78(LR 285 Sp) over Twp RD 774(HAUSMAN Rd)?

The structure is 74 ft (22.6 m) long with a longest span of 70 ft (21.3 m) and a deck 109 ft wide.

Who owns SR 78(LR 285 Sp) over Twp RD 774(HAUSMAN Rd)?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.