US Bridges

SR 33 (lr 1098SB) over SR 22(LR 772)

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Northampton County, Pennsylvania · US22/PA33 Interchange · Structure no. 000000000053952

Built
2017
8 years old
Condition
Good
inspected November 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
223 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
52,169
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SR 33 (lr 1098SB) over SR 22(LR 772) is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying SR 33 (lr 1098SB) over SR 22(LR 772) in Northampton County, Pennsylvania. It was built in 2017, so it is 8 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 8 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 52,169 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 36,210 by 2032. The structure is 223 ft (68 m) long and 67 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.7 mi (14 km).

Location

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CarriesSR 33 (lr 1098SB)
CrossesSR 22(LR 772)
LocationUS22/PA33 Interchange
RouteState Highway 33
CountyNorthampton County
StatePennsylvania
Coordinates40.68283, -75.28896
Functional classUrban Principal Arterial - Other Freeway or Expressway

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Superstructure9 ExcellentNo problems noted.
Substructure9 ExcellentNo problems noted.
Last inspectionNovember 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating53.9 US tons
Inventory rating41.4 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans2
Design loadHL 93
Structure length223 ft (68 m)
Longest span110 ft (33.5 m)
Deck width67 ft (20.4 m)
Roadway width65 ft (19.8 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic52,169 (2024)
Projected traffic36,210 by 2032
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure3
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed8.7 mi (14 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byPrivate (other than railroad)
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedOther structural work, including hydraulic replacements
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was SR 33 (lr 1098SB) over SR 22(LR 772) built?

It was built in 2017, making it 8 years old in 2025.

What condition is SR 33 (lr 1098SB) over SR 22(LR 772) 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 SR 33 (lr 1098SB) over SR 22(LR 772) carry?

About 52,169 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is SR 33 (lr 1098SB) over SR 22(LR 772)?

The structure is 223 ft (68 m) long with a longest span of 110 ft (33.5 m) and a deck 67 ft wide.

Who owns SR 33 (lr 1098SB) over SR 22(LR 772)?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency and maintained by the Private (other than railroad).