US Bridges

SR 4003 (lr 48061) over Hokendauqua Creek

Fair

Northampton County, Pennsylvania · 1.7 Mi.N.Of Pa 329 · Structure no. 000000000028773

Built
1949
76 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected January 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel
Length
107 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
3,303
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SR 4003 (lr 48061) over Hokendauqua Creek is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying SR 4003 (lr 48061) over Hokendauqua Creek in Northampton County, Pennsylvania. It was built in 1949, so it is 76 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 3,303 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,466 by 2032. The structure is 107 ft (32.6 m) long and 30 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).

Location

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CarriesSR 4003 (lr 48061)
CrossesHokendauqua Creek
Location1.7 Mi.N.Of Pa 329
RouteState Highway 0
CountyNorthampton County
StatePennsylvania
Coordinates40.71392, -75.49562
Functional classRural Minor Collector

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.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Channel and channel protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionJanuary 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; action required to protect exposed foundations
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment7: Better than present minimum criteria
Operating rating59 US tons
Inventory rating35.1 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel
DeckOpen grating
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length107 ft (32.6 m)
Longest span51 ft (15.5 m)
Deck width30 ft (9 m)
Roadway width28 ft (8.5 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic3,303 (2023)
Projected traffic5,466 by 2032
Trucks4%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed5 mi (8 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

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$669,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was SR 4003 (lr 48061) over Hokendauqua Creek built?

It was built in 1949, making it 76 years old in 2025.

What condition is SR 4003 (lr 48061) over Hokendauqua Creek 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 January 2023.

How much traffic does SR 4003 (lr 48061) over Hokendauqua Creek carry?

About 3,303 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.

How long is SR 4003 (lr 48061) over Hokendauqua Creek?

The structure is 107 ft (32.6 m) long with a longest span of 51 ft (15.5 m) and a deck 30 ft wide.

Who owns SR 4003 (lr 48061) over Hokendauqua Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.