US Bridges

SR 3011; Twp RD over Shermans Creek

Fair

Perry County, Pennsylvania · 1 MI South of Loysville · Structure no. 000000000029665

Built
1962
63 years old, rebuilt 2023
Condition
Fair
inspected February 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
157 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
1,332
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SR 3011; Twp RD over Shermans Creek is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying SR 3011; Twp RD over Shermans Creek in Perry County, Pennsylvania. It was built in 1962 and reconstructed in 2023, so it is 63 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 1,332 vehicles a day, roughly 17% of them trucks, projected to reach 968 by 2032. The structure is 157 ft (47.9 m) long and 33 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.1 mi (13 km).

Location

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CarriesSR 3011; Twp RD
CrossesShermans Creek
Location1 MI South of Loysville
RouteState Highway 0
CountyPerry County
StatePennsylvania
Coordinates40.35143, -77.33549
Functional classRural Local

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionFebruary 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour within limits of footing or piles
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating57.1 US tons
Inventory rating41.1 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans2
Design loadHL 93
Structure length157 ft (47.9 m)
Longest span78 ft (23.8 m)
Deck width33 ft (10.2 m)
Roadway width28 ft (8.5 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,332 (2024)
Projected traffic968 by 2032
Trucks17%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed8.1 mi (13 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$188,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was SR 3011; Twp RD over Shermans Creek built?

It was built in 1962, making it 63 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2023.

What condition is SR 3011; Twp RD over Shermans 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 February 2024.

How much traffic does SR 3011; Twp RD over Shermans Creek carry?

About 1,332 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 17% are trucks.

How long is SR 3011; Twp RD over Shermans Creek?

The structure is 157 ft (47.9 m) long with a longest span of 78 ft (23.8 m) and a deck 33 ft wide.

Who owns SR 3011; Twp RD over Shermans Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.