US Bridges

US 422; SR 0422 over Spring Creek

Good

Dauphin County, Pennsylvania · Hershey · Structure no. 000000000014386

Built
1928
97 years old, rebuilt 2018
Condition
Good
inspected September 2024
Type
Arch - Deck
Concrete
Length
60 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
17,021
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 422; SR 0422 over Spring Creek is a concrete arch - deck carrying US 422; SR 0422 over Spring Creek in Dauphin County, Pennsylvania. It was built in 1928 and reconstructed in 2018, so it is 97 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 17,021 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 19,012 by 2032. The structure is 60 ft (18.3 m) long and 58 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 km).

Location

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CarriesUS 422; SR 0422
CrossesSpring Creek
LocationHershey
RouteU.S. Route 422
CountyDauphin County
StatePennsylvania
Coordinates40.28888, -76.6416
Functional classUrban Other Principal Arterial

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionSeptember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourCountermeasures installed to correct a previously existing problem
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry2: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of replacement
Waterway adequacy4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating70 US tons
Inventory rating47 US tons

Structure

Structure typeArch - Deck
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadUnknown
Structure length60 ft (18.3 m)
Longest span28 ft (8.5 m)
Deck width58 ft (17.8 m)
Roadway width47 ft (14.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic17,021 (2024)
Projected traffic19,012 by 2032
Trucks4%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed6.2 mi (10 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$144,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was US 422; SR 0422 over Spring Creek built?

It was built in 1928, making it 97 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2018.

What condition is US 422; SR 0422 over Spring 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 September 2024.

How much traffic does US 422; SR 0422 over Spring Creek carry?

About 17,021 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.

How long is US 422; SR 0422 over Spring Creek?

The structure is 60 ft (18.3 m) long with a longest span of 28 ft (8.5 m) and a deck 58 ft wide.

Who owns US 422; SR 0422 over Spring Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.