Pa 248 (lr 175) over Br. Monocacy Cr.
GoodNorthampton County, Pennsylvania · Near JCT.PA946 · Structure no. 000000000028584
- Built
- 1963
- 62 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected January 2024
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete
- Length
- 27 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 8,968
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Pa 248 (lr 175) over Br. Monocacy Cr. is a concrete slab carrying Pa 248 (lr 175) over Br. Monocacy Cr. in Northampton County, Pennsylvania. It was built in 1963, so it is 62 years old, older 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 8,968 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 11,868 by 2032. The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long and 44 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).
Location
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Pa 248 (lr 175) over Br. Monocacy Cr. built?
It was built in 1963, making it 62 years old in 2025.
What condition is Pa 248 (lr 175) over Br. Monocacy Cr. 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 January 2024.
How much traffic does Pa 248 (lr 175) over Br. Monocacy Cr. carry?
About 8,968 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is Pa 248 (lr 175) over Br. Monocacy Cr.?
The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long with a longest span of 25 ft (7.6 m) and a deck 44 ft wide.
Who owns Pa 248 (lr 175) over Br. Monocacy Cr.?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.