US Bridges

I-78 E.B.(lr 1045) over SR 2006 (lr 48006)

Fair

Northampton County, Pennsylvania · Over SR 2006(EASTON Rd) · Structure no. 000000000028541

Built
1988
37 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected April 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel Continuous
Length
488 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
33,843
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

I-78 E.B.(lr 1045) over SR 2006 (lr 48006) is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying I-78 E.B.(lr 1045) over SR 2006 (lr 48006) in Northampton County, Pennsylvania. It was built in 1988, so it is 37 years old, younger 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 33,843 vehicles a day, roughly 21% of them trucks, projected to reach 39,544 by 2032. The structure is 488 ft (148.7 m) long and 48 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.1 mi (13 km).

Location

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CarriesI-78 E.B.(lr 1045)
CrossesSR 2006 (lr 48006)
LocationOver SR 2006(EASTON Rd)
RouteInterstate 78
CountyNorthampton County
StatePennsylvania
Coordinates40.60802, -75.29816
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Interstate

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
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 inspectionApril 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 geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating75 US tons
Inventory rating45 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length488 ft (148.7 m)
Longest span189 ft (57.6 m)
Deck width48 ft (14.5 m)
Roadway width44 ft (13.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic33,843 (2024)
Projected traffic39,544 by 2032
Trucks21%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed8.1 mi (13 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkInterstate STRAHNET route

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 I-78 E.B.(lr 1045) over SR 2006 (lr 48006) built?

It was built in 1988, making it 37 years old in 2025.

What condition is I-78 E.B.(lr 1045) over SR 2006 (lr 48006) 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 April 2024.

How much traffic does I-78 E.B.(lr 1045) over SR 2006 (lr 48006) carry?

About 33,843 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 21% are trucks.

How long is I-78 E.B.(lr 1045) over SR 2006 (lr 48006)?

The structure is 488 ft (148.7 m) long with a longest span of 189 ft (57.6 m) and a deck 48 ft wide.

Who owns I-78 E.B.(lr 1045) over SR 2006 (lr 48006)?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.