US Bridges

SR 333-PA 333 over Delaware Creek

Fair

Juniata County, Pennsylvania · East Salem · Structure no. 000000000020091

Built
1952
73 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected September 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
38 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
3,956
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SR 333-PA 333 over Delaware Creek is a concrete culvert carrying SR 333-PA 333 over Delaware Creek in Juniata County, Pennsylvania. It was built in 1952, so it is 73 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 3,956 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,844 by 2043. The structure is 38 ft (11.6 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 14.3 mi (23 km).

Location

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CarriesSR 333-PA 333
CrossesDelaware Creek
LocationEast Salem
RouteState Highway 333
CountyJuniata County
StatePennsylvania
Coordinates40.60679, -77.23819
Functional classRural Major Collector

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 protection4 PoorAdvanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour.
Culvert5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionSeptember 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourScour critical; foundations unstable for calculated scour conditions
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 rating60 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20
Structure length38 ft (11.6 m)
Longest span38 ft (11.6 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic3,956 (2024)
Projected traffic4,844 by 2043
Trucks11%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed14.3 mi (23 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

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$427,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was SR 333-PA 333 over Delaware Creek built?

It was built in 1952, making it 73 years old in 2025.

What condition is SR 333-PA 333 over Delaware Creek 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 September 2023.

How much traffic does SR 333-PA 333 over Delaware Creek carry?

About 3,956 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.

How long is SR 333-PA 333 over Delaware Creek?

The structure is 38 ft (11.6 m) long with a longest span of 38 ft (11.6 m).

Who owns SR 333-PA 333 over Delaware Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.