Pa 54 (lr 290) over Little Schuylkill River
FairSchuylkill County, Pennsylvania · Village of Mintzers · Structure no. 000000000030519
- Built
- 1941
- 84 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected July 2024
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Concrete
- Length
- 50 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 5,128
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Pa 54 (lr 290) over Little Schuylkill River is a concrete tee beam carrying Pa 54 (lr 290) over Little Schuylkill River in Schuylkill County, Pennsylvania. It was built in 1941, so it is 84 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 5,128 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,667 by 2032. The structure is 50 ft (15.2 m) long and 52 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 11.8 mi (19 km).
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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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Pa 54 (lr 290) over Little Schuylkill River built?
It was built in 1941, making it 84 years old in 2025.
What condition is Pa 54 (lr 290) over Little Schuylkill River 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 July 2024.
How much traffic does Pa 54 (lr 290) over Little Schuylkill River carry?
About 5,128 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.
How long is Pa 54 (lr 290) over Little Schuylkill River?
The structure is 50 ft (15.2 m) long with a longest span of 47 ft (14.3 m) and a deck 52 ft wide.
Who owns Pa 54 (lr 290) over Little Schuylkill River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.