US Bridges

SR 322-US 322 over Wildlife Underpass

Good

Centre County, Pennsylvania · 2 MI N Port Matilda · Structure no. 000000000042552

Built
2004
21 years old
Condition
Good
inspected July 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
64 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
5,029
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SR 322-US 322 over Wildlife Underpass is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying SR 322-US 322 over Wildlife Underpass in Centre County, Pennsylvania. It was built in 2004, so it is 21 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 5,029 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,910 by 2044. The structure is 64 ft (19.5 m) long and 49 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesSR 322-US 322
CrossesWildlife Underpass
Location2 MI N Port Matilda
RouteU.S. Route 322
Coordinates40.81132, -78.07175
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

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.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJuly 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 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 rating63.2 US tons
Inventory rating39.7 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1
Design loadHL 93
Structure length64 ft (19.5 m)
Longest span60 ft (18.3 m)
Deck width49 ft (14.9 m)
Roadway width46 ft (14 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic5,029 (2024)
Projected traffic4,910 by 2044
Trucks9%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesOther
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 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 SR 322-US 322 over Wildlife Underpass built?

It was built in 2004, making it 21 years old in 2025.

What condition is SR 322-US 322 over Wildlife Underpass 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 July 2024.

How much traffic does SR 322-US 322 over Wildlife Underpass carry?

About 5,029 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.

How long is SR 322-US 322 over Wildlife Underpass?

The structure is 64 ft (19.5 m) long with a longest span of 60 ft (18.3 m) and a deck 49 ft wide.

Who owns SR 322-US 322 over Wildlife Underpass?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.