US Bridges

US 22(LR 773) over SR 2012(LR 48013)25th ST

Fair

Northampton County, Pennsylvania · 25th St.Interchange · Structure no. 000000000028481

Built
1954
71 years old, rebuilt 1985
Condition
Fair
inspected August 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel
Length
80 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
36,271
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 22(LR 773) over SR 2012(LR 48013)25th ST is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 22(LR 773) over SR 2012(LR 48013)25th ST in Northampton County, Pennsylvania. It was built in 1954 and reconstructed in 1985, so it is 71 years old, older 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 36,271 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 59,100 by 2032. The structure is 80 ft (24.4 m) long and 72 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

Location

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CarriesUS 22(LR 773)
CrossesSR 2012(LR 48013)25th ST
Location25th St.Interchange
RouteU.S. Route 22
CountyNorthampton County
StatePennsylvania
Coordinates40.6863, -75.25176
Functional classUrban Principal Arterial - Other Freeway or Expressway

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.
Superstructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Substructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionAugust 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment7: Better than present minimum criteria
Operating rating55 US tons
Inventory rating42 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length80 ft (24.4 m)
Longest span73 ft (22.3 m)
Deck width72 ft (21.8 m)
Roadway width65 ft (19.8 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic36,271 (2024)
Projected traffic59,100 by 2032
Trucks6%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed3.1 mi (5 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 proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$442,000
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was US 22(LR 773) over SR 2012(LR 48013)25th ST built?

It was built in 1954, making it 71 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1985.

What condition is US 22(LR 773) over SR 2012(LR 48013)25th ST 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 August 2024.

How much traffic does US 22(LR 773) over SR 2012(LR 48013)25th ST carry?

About 36,271 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.

How long is US 22(LR 773) over SR 2012(LR 48013)25th ST?

The structure is 80 ft (24.4 m) long with a longest span of 73 ft (22.3 m) and a deck 72 ft wide.

Who owns US 22(LR 773) over SR 2012(LR 48013)25th ST?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.