Pa 33 over River Canal Norf/South R
GoodNorthampton County, Pennsylvania · Gene Hartzell Bridge · Structure no. 000000000041393
- Built
- 2001
- 24 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected November 2023
- Type
- Truss - Deck
- Steel Continuous
- Length
- 1,873 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 46,590
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Pa 33 over River Canal Norf/South R is a steel continuous truss - deck carrying Pa 33 over River Canal Norf/South R in Northampton County, Pennsylvania. It was built in 2001, so it is 24 years old, younger 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 46,590 vehicles a day, roughly 15% of them trucks, projected to reach 52,328 by 2032. The structure is 1,873 ft (570.9 m) long and 81 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.1 mi (13 km).
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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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Pa 33 over River Canal Norf/South R built?
It was built in 2001, making it 24 years old in 2025.
What condition is Pa 33 over River Canal Norf/South R 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 November 2023.
How much traffic does Pa 33 over River Canal Norf/South R carry?
About 46,590 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 15% are trucks.
How long is Pa 33 over River Canal Norf/South R?
The structure is 1,873 ft (570.9 m) long with a longest span of 594 ft (181.1 m) and a deck 81 ft wide.
Who owns Pa 33 over River Canal Norf/South R?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.