US Bridges

US 222 Nb; SR 0222 over T-676; N Church ST

Fair

Lancaster County, Pennsylvania · Brownstown · Structure no. 000000000021093

Built
1970
55 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected August 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
164 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
31,964
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 222 Nb; SR 0222 over T-676; N Church ST is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 222 Nb; SR 0222 over T-676; N Church ST in Lancaster County, Pennsylvania. It was built in 1970, so it is 55 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 31,964 vehicles a day, roughly 13% of them trucks, projected to reach 26,505 by 2032. The structure is 164 ft (50 m) long and 66 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 0.6 mi (1 km).

Location

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CarriesUS 222 Nb; SR 0222
CrossesT-676; N Church ST
LocationBrownstown
RouteU.S. Route 222
CountyLancaster County
StatePennsylvania
Coordinates40.13261, -76.21278
Functional classUrban Principal Arterial - Other Freeway or Expressway

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Superstructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Substructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionAugust 2024
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 rating71 US tons
Inventory rating33 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length164 ft (50 m)
Longest span94 ft (28.7 m)
Deck width66 ft (20.2 m)
Roadway width62 ft (19 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic31,964 (2024)
Projected traffic26,505 by 2032
Trucks13%
Lanes on structure3
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed0.6 mi (1 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$400,000
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was US 222 Nb; SR 0222 over T-676; N Church ST built?

It was built in 1970, making it 55 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 222 Nb; SR 0222 over T-676; N Church ST 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 August 2024.

How much traffic does US 222 Nb; SR 0222 over T-676; N Church ST carry?

About 31,964 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 13% are trucks.

How long is US 222 Nb; SR 0222 over T-676; N Church ST?

The structure is 164 ft (50 m) long with a longest span of 94 ft (28.7 m) and a deck 66 ft wide.

Who owns US 222 Nb; SR 0222 over T-676; N Church ST?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.