Valley Road over Saucon Creek
GoodLehigh County, Pennsylvania · Between 309 & 378 · Structure no. 000000000023480
- Built
- 1993
- 32 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected November 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 46 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 150
- 2010 count
- Owner
- Town / Township
- Town or Township Highway Agency
About this bridge
Valley Road over Saucon Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Valley Road over Saucon Creek in Lehigh County, Pennsylvania. It was built in 1993, so it is 32 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 150 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 175 by 2020. The structure is 46 ft (14 m) long and 40 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
Location
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Valley Road over Saucon Creek built?
It was built in 1993, making it 32 years old in 2025.
What condition is Valley Road over Saucon 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 November 2023.
How much traffic does Valley Road over Saucon Creek carry?
About 150 vehicles per day (2010 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.
How long is Valley Road over Saucon Creek?
The structure is 46 ft (14 m) long with a longest span of 15 ft (4.6 m) and a deck 40 ft wide.
Who owns Valley Road over Saucon Creek?
It is owned by the Town or Township Highway Agency.