US 22 over Delaware River
FairNorthampton County, Pennsylvania · City of Easton · Structure no. 000000000028915
- Built
- 1938
- 87 years old, rebuilt 1990
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected May 2023
- Type
- Truss - Thru
- Steel
- Length
- 550 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 34,700
- 2022 count
- Owner
- Toll Authority
- Local Toll Authority
About this bridge
US 22 over Delaware River is a steel truss - thru carrying US 22 over Delaware River in Northampton County, Pennsylvania. It was built in 1938 and reconstructed in 1990, so it is 87 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 6 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 34,700 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 42,000 by 2042. The structure is 550 ft (167.6 m) long and 46 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 9.9 mi (16 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 22 over Delaware River built?
It was built in 1938, making it 87 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1990.
What condition is US 22 over Delaware River 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 May 2023.
How much traffic does US 22 over Delaware River carry?
About 34,700 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.
How long is US 22 over Delaware River?
The structure is 550 ft (167.6 m) long with a longest span of 540 ft (164.6 m) and a deck 46 ft wide.
Who owns US 22 over Delaware River?
It is owned by the Local Toll Authority and maintained by the Private (other than railroad).