US Bridges

US 22; SR 0022 over Clarks Run

Fair

Dauphin County, Pennsylvania · Two MI N of Dauphin · Structure no. 000000000014157

Built
1938
87 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected October 2022
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
69 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
43,364
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 22; SR 0022 over Clarks Run is a concrete culvert carrying US 22; SR 0022 over Clarks Run in Dauphin County, Pennsylvania. It was built in 1938, so it is 87 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 43,364 vehicles a day, roughly 31% of them trucks, projected to reach 60,908 by 2032. The structure is 69 ft (21 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

Location

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CarriesUS 22; SR 0022
CrossesClarks Run
LocationTwo MI N of Dauphin
RouteU.S. Route 22
CountyDauphin County
StatePennsylvania
Coordinates40.36969, -76.96156
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
Channel and channel protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Culvert5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionOctober 2022
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
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating68 US tons
Inventory rating41 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans1
Design loadUnknown
Structure length69 ft (21 m)
Longest span69 ft (21 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic43,364 (2023)
Projected traffic60,908 by 2032
Trucks31%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 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 proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$459,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was US 22; SR 0022 over Clarks Run built?

It was built in 1938, making it 87 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 22; SR 0022 over Clarks Run 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 October 2022.

How much traffic does US 22; SR 0022 over Clarks Run carry?

About 43,364 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 31% are trucks.

How long is US 22; SR 0022 over Clarks Run?

The structure is 69 ft (21 m) long with a longest span of 69 ft (21 m).

Who owns US 22; SR 0022 over Clarks Run?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.