US Bridges

Pa 772; Newport RD over Lr 1124; (incomplete Rd)

Fair

Lancaster County, Pennsylvania · 1 Mi.S. of Leola · Structure no. 000000000021332

Built
1975
50 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected July 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel
Length
261 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
4,960
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Pa 772; Newport RD over Lr 1124; (incomplete Rd) is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Pa 772; Newport RD over Lr 1124; (incomplete Rd) in Lancaster County, Pennsylvania. It was built in 1975, so it is 50 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 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 4,960 vehicles a day, roughly 12% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,306 by 2032. The structure is 261 ft (79.6 m) long and 95 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 km).

Location

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CarriesPa 772; Newport RD
CrossesLr 1124; (incomplete Rd)
Location1 Mi.S. of Leola
RouteState Highway 772
CountyLancaster County
StatePennsylvania
Coordinates40.0745, -76.17869
Functional classRural Minor Arterial

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.
Superstructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionJuly 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 rating61 US tons
Inventory rating37 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans2 (+2 approach)
Design loadHS 20
Structure length261 ft (79.6 m)
Longest span92 ft (28 m)
Deck width95 ft (29.1 m)
Roadway width92 ft (28 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic4,960 (2024)
Projected traffic6,306 by 2032
Trucks12%
Lanes on structure5
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed6.2 mi (10 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$592,000
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was Pa 772; Newport RD over Lr 1124; (incomplete Rd) built?

It was built in 1975, making it 50 years old in 2025.

What condition is Pa 772; Newport RD over Lr 1124; (incomplete Rd) 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 July 2024.

How much traffic does Pa 772; Newport RD over Lr 1124; (incomplete Rd) carry?

About 4,960 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 12% are trucks.

How long is Pa 772; Newport RD over Lr 1124; (incomplete Rd)?

The structure is 261 ft (79.6 m) long with a longest span of 92 ft (28 m) and a deck 95 ft wide.

Who owns Pa 772; Newport RD over Lr 1124; (incomplete Rd)?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.