US Bridges

Pa 39; SR 0039 over Norfolk Southern RR

Fair

Dauphin County, Pennsylvania · 0.5 MI S of Rockville · Structure no. 000000000014195

Built
1971
54 years old, rebuilt 2007
Condition
Fair
inspected October 2022
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel
Length
234 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
12,488
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Pa 39; SR 0039 over Norfolk Southern RR is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Pa 39; SR 0039 over Norfolk Southern RR in Dauphin County, Pennsylvania. It was built in 1971 and reconstructed in 2007, so it is 54 years old, younger 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 12,488 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 19,960 by 2032. The structure is 234 ft (71.3 m) long and 79 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

Location

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CarriesPa 39; SR 0039
CrossesNorfolk Southern RR
Location0.5 MI S of Rockville
RouteState Highway 39
CountyDauphin County
StatePennsylvania
Coordinates40.32596, -76.89321
Functional classUrban 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
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
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 inspectionOctober 2022
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 rating75 US tons
Inventory rating45 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1 (+2 approach)
Design loadHS 20
Structure length234 ft (71.3 m)
Longest span120 ft (36.6 m)
Deck width79 ft (24 m)
Roadway width66 ft (20 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic12,488 (2023)
Projected traffic19,960 by 2032
Trucks4%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesRailroad
Detour if closed3.1 mi (5 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$927,000
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was Pa 39; SR 0039 over Norfolk Southern RR built?

It was built in 1971, making it 54 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2007.

What condition is Pa 39; SR 0039 over Norfolk Southern RR 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 Pa 39; SR 0039 over Norfolk Southern RR carry?

About 12,488 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.

How long is Pa 39; SR 0039 over Norfolk Southern RR?

The structure is 234 ft (71.3 m) long with a longest span of 120 ft (36.6 m) and a deck 79 ft wide.

Who owns Pa 39; SR 0039 over Norfolk Southern RR?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.