US Bridges

SR 22-US 22 WB over SR 3005 (big Ridge Rd)

Good

Mifflin County, Pennsylvania · 1.5 MI West of Lewistown · Structure no. 000000000042981

Built
2005
20 years old
Condition
Good
inspected June 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
144 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
5,438
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SR 22-US 22 WB over SR 3005 (big Ridge Rd) is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying SR 22-US 22 WB over SR 3005 (big Ridge Rd) in Mifflin County, Pennsylvania. It was built in 2005, so it is 20 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 5,438 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,865 by 2044. The structure is 144 ft (43.9 m) long and 43 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesSR 22-US 22 WB
CrossesSR 3005 (big Ridge Rd)
Location1.5 MI West of Lewistown
RouteU.S. Route 22
Coordinates40.60062, -77.59091
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

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.
Substructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionJune 2024
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Deck geometry7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating110.1 US tons
Inventory rating57 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1
Design loadHL 93
Structure length144 ft (43.9 m)
Longest span139 ft (42.4 m)
Deck width43 ft (13.1 m)
Roadway width40 ft (12.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic5,438 (2024)
Projected traffic4,865 by 2044
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 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 SR 22-US 22 WB over SR 3005 (big Ridge Rd) built?

It was built in 2005, making it 20 years old in 2025.

What condition is SR 22-US 22 WB over SR 3005 (big Ridge 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 June 2024.

How much traffic does SR 22-US 22 WB over SR 3005 (big Ridge Rd) carry?

About 5,438 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is SR 22-US 22 WB over SR 3005 (big Ridge Rd)?

The structure is 144 ft (43.9 m) long with a longest span of 139 ft (42.4 m) and a deck 43 ft wide.

Who owns SR 22-US 22 WB over SR 3005 (big Ridge Rd)?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.