US Bridges

SR 1002(LR443 Par) over T-574(CHAPMANS Rd.)

Good

Lehigh County, Pennsylvania · Tilghman over Chapmans RD · Structure no. 000000000047391

Built
2012
13 years old
Condition
Good
inspected July 2022
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
115 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
15,826
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SR 1002(LR443 Par) over T-574(CHAPMANS Rd.) is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying SR 1002(LR443 Par) over T-574(CHAPMANS Rd.) in Lehigh County, Pennsylvania. It was built in 2012, so it is 13 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 15,826 vehicles a day, roughly 13% of them trucks, projected to reach 18,149 by 2032. The structure is 115 ft (35.1 m) long and 57 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

Location

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CarriesSR 1002(LR443 Par)
CrossesT-574(CHAPMANS Rd.)
LocationTilghman over Chapmans RD
RouteState Highway 0
CountyLehigh County
StatePennsylvania
Coordinates40.59054, -75.59635
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.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionJuly 2022
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment7: Better than present minimum criteria
Operating rating75 US tons
Inventory rating37.1 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1
Design loadHL 93
Structure length115 ft (35.1 m)
Longest span110 ft (33.5 m)
Deck width57 ft (17.5 m)
Roadway width54 ft (16.5 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic15,826 (2024)
Projected traffic18,149 by 2032
Trucks13%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed3.7 mi (6 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—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was SR 1002(LR443 Par) over T-574(CHAPMANS Rd.) built?

It was built in 2012, making it 13 years old in 2025.

What condition is SR 1002(LR443 Par) over T-574(CHAPMANS Rd.) 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 July 2022.

How much traffic does SR 1002(LR443 Par) over T-574(CHAPMANS Rd.) carry?

About 15,826 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 13% are trucks.

How long is SR 1002(LR443 Par) over T-574(CHAPMANS Rd.)?

The structure is 115 ft (35.1 m) long with a longest span of 110 ft (33.5 m) and a deck 57 ft wide.

Who owns SR 1002(LR443 Par) over T-574(CHAPMANS Rd.)?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.