US 322; SR 0322 over Swatara Creek
GoodDauphin County, Pennsylvania · Hummelstown · Structure no. 000000000014371
- Built
- 1953
- 72 years old, rebuilt 1993
- Condition
- Good
- inspected October 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel Continuous
- Length
- 585 ft
- 6 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 41,964
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 322; SR 0322 over Swatara Creek is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 322; SR 0322 over Swatara Creek in Dauphin County, Pennsylvania. It was built in 1953 and reconstructed in 1993, so it is 72 years old, older than the Pennsylvania average of 54.8 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in good condition with a lowest component rating of 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
It carries about 41,964 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 50,357 by 2045. The structure is 585 ft (178.3 m) long and 66 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 322; SR 0322 over Swatara Creek built?
It was built in 1953, making it 72 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1993.
What condition is US 322; SR 0322 over Swatara Creek in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in good condition. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. The last reported inspection was in October 2024.
How much traffic does US 322; SR 0322 over Swatara Creek carry?
About 41,964 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is US 322; SR 0322 over Swatara Creek?
The structure is 585 ft (178.3 m) long with a longest span of 104 ft (31.7 m) and a deck 66 ft wide.
Who owns US 322; SR 0322 over Swatara Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.