US Bridges

SR 2029(LR.39002) over Hosensack Creek

Poor

Lehigh County, Pennsylvania · Limeport Pike · Structure no. 000000000023305

Built
1933
92 years old, rebuilt 1965
Condition
Poor
inspected March 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel
Length
29 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
2,882
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SR 2029(LR.39002) over Hosensack Creek is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying SR 2029(LR.39002) over Hosensack Creek in Lehigh County, Pennsylvania. It was built in 1933 and reconstructed in 1965, so it is 92 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 3 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.

It carries about 2,882 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,674 by 2032. The structure is 29 ft (8.8 m) long and 21 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 km).

Location

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CarriesSR 2029(LR.39002)
CrossesHosensack Creek
LocationLimeport Pike
RouteState Highway 0
CountyLehigh County
StatePennsylvania
Coordinates40.45734, -75.48579
Functional classRural Minor Collector

Condition and inspection

Poor

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.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck3 SeriousLoss of section, deterioration, spalling or scour have seriously affected primary structural components.
Superstructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Substructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Channel and channel protection4 PoorAdvanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionMarch 2024
Inspection intervalevery 12 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourScour critical; foundations unstable for calculated scour conditions
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry2: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of replacement
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Operating rating51 US tons
Inventory rating31 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel
DeckOpen grating
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20
Structure length29 ft (8.8 m)
Longest span27 ft (8.2 m)
Deck width21 ft (6.5 m)
Roadway width20 ft (6 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,882 (2024)
Projected traffic2,674 by 2032
Trucks6%
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 proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$30,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was SR 2029(LR.39002) over Hosensack Creek built?

It was built in 1933, making it 92 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1965.

What condition is SR 2029(LR.39002) over Hosensack Creek 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 March 2024.

How much traffic does SR 2029(LR.39002) over Hosensack Creek carry?

About 2,882 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.

How long is SR 2029(LR.39002) over Hosensack Creek?

The structure is 29 ft (8.8 m) long with a longest span of 27 ft (8.2 m) and a deck 21 ft wide.

Who owns SR 2029(LR.39002) over Hosensack Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.