US Bridges

Pa 272; SR 0272 over Huber Run

Fair

Lancaster County, Pennsylvania · Smithville · Structure no. 000000000021143

Built
1971
54 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected January 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
22 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
7,902
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Pa 272; SR 0272 over Huber Run is a concrete culvert carrying Pa 272; SR 0272 over Huber Run in Lancaster County, Pennsylvania. It was built in 1971, so it is 54 years old, younger 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 6 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 7,902 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 7,464 by 2032. The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 0.6 mi (1 km).

Location

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CarriesPa 272; SR 0272
CrossesHuber Run
LocationSmithville
RouteState Highway 272
CountyLancaster County
StatePennsylvania
Coordinates39.92606, -76.25392
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

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.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionJanuary 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating43 US tons
Inventory rating26 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20
Structure length22 ft (6.7 m)
Longest span22 ft (6.7 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic7,902 (2024)
Projected traffic7,464 by 2032
Trucks8%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
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 proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Pa 272; SR 0272 over Huber Run built?

It was built in 1971, making it 54 years old in 2025.

What condition is Pa 272; SR 0272 over Huber Run 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 January 2024.

How much traffic does Pa 272; SR 0272 over Huber Run carry?

About 7,902 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.

How long is Pa 272; SR 0272 over Huber Run?

The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long with a longest span of 22 ft (6.7 m).

Who owns Pa 272; SR 0272 over Huber Run?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.