US Bridges

SR 3005 (lr 39021) over Schaefer Run

Fair

Lehigh County, Pennsylvania · Brookdale Road · Structure no. 000000000023340

Built
1971
54 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected July 2024
Type
Slab
Concrete
Length
22 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
374
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SR 3005 (lr 39021) over Schaefer Run is a concrete slab carrying SR 3005 (lr 39021) over Schaefer Run in Lehigh 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 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 374 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 815 by 2032. The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long and 45 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

Location

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CarriesSR 3005 (lr 39021)
CrossesSchaefer Run
LocationBrookdale Road
RouteState Highway 0
CountyLehigh County
StatePennsylvania
Coordinates40.53561, -75.62565
Functional classUrban Local

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Channel and channel protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionJuly 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 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 geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating69 US tons
Inventory rating41 US tons

Structure

Structure typeSlab
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20
Structure length22 ft (6.7 m)
Longest span21 ft (6.4 m)
Deck width45 ft (13.6 m)
Roadway width41 ft (12.5 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic374 (2024)
Projected traffic815 by 2032
Trucks3%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 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 SR 3005 (lr 39021) over Schaefer Run built?

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

What condition is SR 3005 (lr 39021) over Schaefer 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 July 2024.

How much traffic does SR 3005 (lr 39021) over Schaefer Run carry?

About 374 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.

How long is SR 3005 (lr 39021) over Schaefer Run?

The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long with a longest span of 21 ft (6.4 m) and a deck 45 ft wide.

Who owns SR 3005 (lr 39021) over Schaefer Run?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.