US Bridges

Pa 533; Shippensb over Cvrt

Fair

Cumberland County, Pennsylvania · 1 Mi.W. of Newville · Structure no. 000000000013747

Built
1969
56 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected February 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
258 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
1,588
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Pa 533; Shippensb over Cvrt is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Pa 533; Shippensb over Cvrt in Cumberland County, Pennsylvania. It was built in 1969, so it is 56 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 1,588 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,517 by 2035. The structure is 258 ft (78.6 m) long and 48 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).

Location

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CarriesPa 533; Shippensb
CrossesCvrt
Location1 Mi.W. of Newville
RouteState Highway 533
CountyCumberland County
StatePennsylvania
Coordinates40.16371, -77.41322
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
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.
Last inspectionFebruary 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating72 US tons
Inventory rating25 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length258 ft (78.6 m)
Longest span95 ft (29 m)
Deck width48 ft (14.6 m)
Roadway width44 ft (13.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,588 (2024)
Projected traffic2,517 by 2035
Trucks9%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesPedestrian / bicycle
Detour if closed5 mi (8 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$903,000
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was Pa 533; Shippensb over Cvrt built?

It was built in 1969, making it 56 years old in 2025.

What condition is Pa 533; Shippensb over Cvrt 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 February 2024.

How much traffic does Pa 533; Shippensb over Cvrt carry?

About 1,588 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.

How long is Pa 533; Shippensb over Cvrt?

The structure is 258 ft (78.6 m) long with a longest span of 95 ft (29 m) and a deck 48 ft wide.

Who owns Pa 533; Shippensb over Cvrt?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.