US Bridges

Pa 248 (lr 471) over Hokendauqua Creek

Good

Northampton County, Pennsylvania · Petersville · Structure no. 000000000056675

Built
2019
6 years old
Condition
Good
inspected October 2021
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
32 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
7,844
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Pa 248 (lr 471) over Hokendauqua Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Pa 248 (lr 471) over Hokendauqua Creek in Northampton County, Pennsylvania. It was built in 2019, so it is 6 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 7,844 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 10,199 by 2032. The structure is 32 ft (9.8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.1 mi (13 km).

Location

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CarriesPa 248 (lr 471)
CrossesHokendauqua Creek
LocationPetersville
RouteState Highway 248
CountyNorthampton County
StatePennsylvania
Coordinates40.74934, -75.47377
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

Condition and inspection

Good

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionOctober 2021
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating85.8 US tons
Inventory rating42.9 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans1
Design loadHL 93
Structure length32 ft (9.8 m)
Longest span32 ft (9.8 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic7,844 (2024)
Projected traffic10,199 by 2032
Trucks8%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed8.1 mi (13 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedOther structural work, including hydraulic replacements
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Pa 248 (lr 471) over Hokendauqua Creek built?

It was built in 2019, making it 6 years old in 2025.

What condition is Pa 248 (lr 471) over Hokendauqua Creek 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 October 2021.

How much traffic does Pa 248 (lr 471) over Hokendauqua Creek carry?

About 7,844 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.

How long is Pa 248 (lr 471) over Hokendauqua Creek?

The structure is 32 ft (9.8 m) long with a longest span of 32 ft (9.8 m).

Who owns Pa 248 (lr 471) over Hokendauqua Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.