US Bridges

Pa 272; SR 0272 over Cocalico Creek

Good

Lancaster County, Pennsylvania · S.End of Ephrata Boro · Structure no. 000000000053284

Built
2016
9 years old
Condition
Good
inspected May 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
186 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
15,937
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Pa 272; SR 0272 over Cocalico Creek is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Pa 272; SR 0272 over Cocalico Creek in Lancaster County, Pennsylvania. It was built in 2016, so it is 9 years old, younger than the Pennsylvania average of 54.8 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in good condition with a lowest component rating of 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 15,937 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 21,258 by 2032. The structure is 186 ft (56.7 m) long and 55 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 km).

Location

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CarriesPa 272; SR 0272
CrossesCocalico Creek
LocationS.End of Ephrata Boro
RouteState Highway 272
CountyLancaster County
StatePennsylvania
Coordinates40.17498, -76.19645
Functional classUrban Minor Arterial

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionMay 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating51.8 US tons
Inventory rating40 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHL 93
Structure length186 ft (56.7 m)
Longest span63 ft (19.2 m)
Deck width55 ft (16.9 m)
Roadway width40 ft (12.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic15,937 (2023)
Projected traffic21,258 by 2032
Trucks4%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
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 proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Pa 272; SR 0272 over Cocalico Creek built?

It was built in 2016, making it 9 years old in 2025.

What condition is Pa 272; SR 0272 over Cocalico Creek in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in good condition. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. The last reported inspection was in May 2024.

How much traffic does Pa 272; SR 0272 over Cocalico Creek carry?

About 15,937 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.

How long is Pa 272; SR 0272 over Cocalico Creek?

The structure is 186 ft (56.7 m) long with a longest span of 63 ft (19.2 m) and a deck 55 ft wide.

Who owns Pa 272; SR 0272 over Cocalico Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.