Pa 462; SR 0462 over Susque RVR;SR0624 NS RR
PoorPosted for loadLancaster County, Pennsylvania · Columbia Borough · Structure no. 000000000021270
- Built
- 1929
- 96 years old, rebuilt 1988
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected August 2024
- Type
- Arch - Deck
- Concrete
- Length
- 6,657 ft
- 28 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 10,826
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Pa 462; SR 0462 over Susque RVR;SR0624 NS RR is a concrete arch - deck carrying Pa 462; SR 0462 over Susque RVR;SR0624 NS RR in Lancaster County, Pennsylvania. It was built in 1929 and reconstructed in 1988, so it is 96 years old, older than the Pennsylvania average of 54.8 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in poor condition with a lowest component rating of 4 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.
It carries about 10,826 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 20,719 by 2032. The structure is 6,657 ft (2,029.1 m) long and 48 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
| Superstructure | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
| Substructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Pa 462; SR 0462 over Susque RVR;SR0624 NS RR built?
It was built in 1929, making it 96 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1988.
What condition is Pa 462; SR 0462 over Susque RVR;SR0624 NS RR in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in poor condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. The last reported inspection was in August 2024.
How much traffic does Pa 462; SR 0462 over Susque RVR;SR0624 NS RR carry?
About 10,826 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.
How long is Pa 462; SR 0462 over Susque RVR;SR0624 NS RR?
The structure is 6,657 ft (2,029.1 m) long with a longest span of 185 ft (56.4 m) and a deck 48 ft wide.
Who owns Pa 462; SR 0462 over Susque RVR;SR0624 NS RR?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.