US Bridges

Pa 74; SR 0074 over Yellow Breeches Creek

Fair

Cumberland County, Pennsylvania · Brandtsville · Structure no. 000000000013627

Built
1932
93 years old, rebuilt 1982
Condition
Fair
inspected June 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel
Length
93 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
6,826
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Pa 74; SR 0074 over Yellow Breeches Creek is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Pa 74; SR 0074 over Yellow Breeches Creek in Cumberland County, Pennsylvania. It was built in 1932 and reconstructed in 1982, so it is 93 years old, older 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 6,826 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 9,165 by 2032. The structure is 93 ft (28.3 m) long and 25 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

Location

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CarriesPa 74; SR 0074
CrossesYellow Breeches Creek
LocationBrandtsville
RouteState Highway 74
CountyCumberland County
StatePennsylvania
Coordinates40.14362, -77.06191
Functional classRural Minor Arterial

Condition and inspection

Fair

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
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 protection4 PoorAdvanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionJune 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourScour critical; foundations unstable for calculated scour conditions
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry2: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of replacement
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Operating rating99 US tons
Inventory rating60 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length93 ft (28.3 m)
Longest span43 ft (13.1 m)
Deck width25 ft (7.7 m)
Roadway width23 ft (7 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic6,826 (2024)
Projected traffic9,165 by 2032
Trucks7%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.7 mi (6 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 proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$89,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Pa 74; SR 0074 over Yellow Breeches Creek built?

It was built in 1932, making it 93 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1982.

What condition is Pa 74; SR 0074 over Yellow Breeches Creek 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 June 2024.

How much traffic does Pa 74; SR 0074 over Yellow Breeches Creek carry?

About 6,826 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.

How long is Pa 74; SR 0074 over Yellow Breeches Creek?

The structure is 93 ft (28.3 m) long with a longest span of 43 ft (13.1 m) and a deck 25 ft wide.

Who owns Pa 74; SR 0074 over Yellow Breeches Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.