US Bridges

Pa 145 (LR771) over US 22

Good

Lehigh County, Pennsylvania · Seventh ST Interchange · Structure no. 000000000048165

Built
2013
12 years old
Condition
Good
inspected October 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
99 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
36,689
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Pa 145 (LR771) over US 22 is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Pa 145 (LR771) over US 22 in Lehigh County, Pennsylvania. It was built in 2013, so it is 12 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 36,689 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 50,836 by 2032. The structure is 99 ft (30.2 m) long and 95 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

CarriesPa 145 (LR771)
CrossesUS 22
LocationSeventh ST Interchange
RouteState Highway 145
Coordinates40.62644, -75.48346
Functional classUrban Other Principal 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.
Last inspectionOctober 2023
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating75.7 US tons
Inventory rating42.1 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1
Design loadHL 93
Structure length99 ft (30.2 m)
Longest span98 ft (29.9 m)
Deck width95 ft (29.1 m)
Roadway width77 ft (23.6 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic36,689 (2024)
Projected traffic50,836 by 2032
Trucks3%
Lanes on structure3
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed3.7 mi (6 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

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 Pa 145 (LR771) over US 22 built?

It was built in 2013, making it 12 years old in 2025.

What condition is Pa 145 (LR771) over US 22 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 October 2023.

How much traffic does Pa 145 (LR771) over US 22 carry?

About 36,689 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.

How long is Pa 145 (LR771) over US 22?

The structure is 99 ft (30.2 m) long with a longest span of 98 ft (29.9 m) and a deck 95 ft wide.

Who owns Pa 145 (LR771) over US 22?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.