US Bridges

Pa 581 SR0581 over SR 2014 SR 2033 Norflk S

Fair

Cumberland County, Pennsylvania · Lower Allen Twp · Structure no. 000000000013763

Built
1960
65 years old, rebuilt 2008
Condition
Fair
inspected June 2024
Type
Girder and Floorbeam System
Steel Continuous
Length
1,315 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
86,170
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Pa 581 SR0581 over SR 2014 SR 2033 Norflk S is a steel continuous girder and floorbeam system carrying Pa 581 SR0581 over SR 2014 SR 2033 Norflk S in Cumberland County, Pennsylvania. It was built in 1960 and reconstructed in 2008, so it is 65 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 86,170 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 110,987 by 2032. The structure is 1,315 ft (400.8 m) long and 84 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.8 mi (11 km).

Location

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CarriesPa 581 SR0581
CrossesSR 2014 SR 2033 Norflk S
LocationLower Allen Twp
RouteState Highway 581
CountyCumberland County
StatePennsylvania
Coordinates40.23472, -76.9139
Functional classUrban Principal Arterial - Other Freeway or Expressway

Condition and inspection

Fair

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Substructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionJune 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 geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating61.9 US tons
Inventory rating37 US tons

Structure

Structure typeGirder and Floorbeam System
MaterialSteel Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans2 (+15 approach)
Design loadHS 20
Structure length1,315 ft (400.8 m)
Longest span120 ft (36.6 m)
Deck width84 ft (25.5 m)
Roadway width77 ft (23.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic86,170 (2024)
Projected traffic110,987 by 2032
Trucks9%
Lanes on structure3
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway and railroad
Detour if closed6.8 mi (11 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkSTRAHNET connector

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$963,000
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was Pa 581 SR0581 over SR 2014 SR 2033 Norflk S built?

It was built in 1960, making it 65 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2008.

What condition is Pa 581 SR0581 over SR 2014 SR 2033 Norflk S 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 581 SR0581 over SR 2014 SR 2033 Norflk S carry?

About 86,170 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.

How long is Pa 581 SR0581 over SR 2014 SR 2033 Norflk S?

The structure is 1,315 ft (400.8 m) long with a longest span of 120 ft (36.6 m) and a deck 84 ft wide.

Who owns Pa 581 SR0581 over SR 2014 SR 2033 Norflk S?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.