T-720 CO.BR.#22 over Little Shamokin Creek
FairPosted for loadNorthumberland County, Pennsylvania · 1 MI S.Of Hamilton · Structure no. 000000000029362
- Built
- 1903
- 122 years old, rebuilt 1983
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected October 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel
- Length
- 48 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 50
- 2017 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
T-720 CO.BR.#22 over Little Shamokin Creek is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying T-720 CO.BR.#22 over Little Shamokin Creek in Northumberland County, Pennsylvania. It was built in 1903 and reconstructed in 1983, so it is 122 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. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.
It carries about 50 vehicles a day, projected to reach 77 by 2039. The structure is 48 ft (14.6 m) long and 22 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
Location
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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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Substructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was T-720 CO.BR.#22 over Little Shamokin Creek built?
It was built in 1903, making it 122 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1983.
What condition is T-720 CO.BR.#22 over Little Shamokin 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 October 2023.
How much traffic does T-720 CO.BR.#22 over Little Shamokin Creek carry?
About 50 vehicles per day (2017 count).
How long is T-720 CO.BR.#22 over Little Shamokin Creek?
The structure is 48 ft (14.6 m) long with a longest span of 43 ft (13.1 m) and a deck 22 ft wide.
Who owns T-720 CO.BR.#22 over Little Shamokin Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.