US Bridges

SR 4022 over Over Chemung River

Fair

Bradford County, Pennsylvania · Chemung River Bridge · Structure no. 000000000006519

Built
1974
51 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected July 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel Continuous
Length
723 ft
5 main spans
Daily traffic
4,801
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SR 4022 over Over Chemung River is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying SR 4022 over Over Chemung River in Bradford County, Pennsylvania. It was built in 1974, so it is 51 years old, younger than the Pennsylvania average of 54.8 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 5 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

It carries about 4,801 vehicles a day, roughly 13% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,703 by 2032. The structure is 723 ft (220.4 m) long and 48 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 km).

Location

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CarriesSR 4022
CrossesOver Chemung River
LocationChemung River Bridge
RouteState Highway 0
CountyBradford County
StatePennsylvania
Coordinates41.98677, -76.55388
Functional classRural Major Collector

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Superstructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Substructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionJuly 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating73 US tons
Inventory rating43 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans5 (+1 approach)
Design loadHS 20
Structure length723 ft (220.4 m)
Longest span129 ft (39.3 m)
Deck width48 ft (14.6 m)
Roadway width44 ft (13.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic4,801 (2024)
Projected traffic6,703 by 2032
Trucks13%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed6.2 mi (10 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedDeck rehabilitation with only incidental widening
Estimated improvement cost$999,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was SR 4022 over Over Chemung River built?

It was built in 1974, making it 51 years old in 2025.

What condition is SR 4022 over Over Chemung River in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in July 2024.

How much traffic does SR 4022 over Over Chemung River carry?

About 4,801 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 13% are trucks.

How long is SR 4022 over Over Chemung River?

The structure is 723 ft (220.4 m) long with a longest span of 129 ft (39.3 m) and a deck 48 ft wide.

Who owns SR 4022 over Over Chemung River?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.