US Bridges

US 22; SR 0022 over I-83; SR 0083

Good

Dauphin County, Pennsylvania · Colonial Park · Structure no. 000000000056025

Built
2018
7 years old
Condition
Good
inspected November 2022
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
161 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
38,612
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 22; SR 0022 over I-83; SR 0083 is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 22; SR 0022 over I-83; SR 0083 in Dauphin County, Pennsylvania. It was built in 2018, so it is 7 years old, younger 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 38,612 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 31,398 by 2039. The structure is 161 ft (49.1 m) long and 114 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

CarriesUS 22; SR 0022
CrossesI-83; SR 0083
LocationColonial Park
RouteU.S. Route 22
Coordinates40.29639, -76.82547
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
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionNovember 2022
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry2: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of replacement
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating52.1 US tons
Inventory rating40.3 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans2
Design loadHL 93
Structure length161 ft (49.1 m)
Longest span85 ft (25.9 m)
Deck width114 ft (34.6 m)
Roadway width48 ft (14.5 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic38,612 (2024)
Projected traffic31,398 by 2039
Trucks3%
Lanes on structure5
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed3.7 mi (6 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 proposedOther structural work, including hydraulic replacements
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was US 22; SR 0022 over I-83; SR 0083 built?

It was built in 2018, making it 7 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 22; SR 0022 over I-83; SR 0083 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 November 2022.

How much traffic does US 22; SR 0022 over I-83; SR 0083 carry?

About 38,612 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.

How long is US 22; SR 0022 over I-83; SR 0083?

The structure is 161 ft (49.1 m) long with a longest span of 85 ft (25.9 m) and a deck 114 ft wide.

Who owns US 22; SR 0022 over I-83; SR 0083?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.