US Bridges

Pa 183 (lr 310) over Long Run

Fair

Schuylkill County, Pennsylvania · 1.5 Mi.S.Of Cressona · Structure no. 000000000030622

Built
1960
65 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected May 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
21 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
11,163
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Pa 183 (lr 310) over Long Run is a concrete culvert carrying Pa 183 (lr 310) over Long Run in Schuylkill County, Pennsylvania. It was built in 1960, so it is 65 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.

It carries about 11,163 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 12,129 by 2032. The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 9.9 mi (16 km).

Location

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CarriesPa 183 (lr 310)
CrossesLong Run
Location1.5 Mi.S.Of Cressona
RouteState Highway 183
CountySchuylkill County
StatePennsylvania
Coordinates40.61091, -76.21556
Functional classUrban Minor Arterial

Condition and inspection

Fair

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection4 PoorAdvanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour.
Culvert5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionMay 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourScour critical; foundations unstable for calculated scour conditions
Structural evaluation5: 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 rating54 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20
Structure length21 ft (6.4 m)
Longest span21 ft (6.4 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic11,163 (2024)
Projected traffic12,129 by 2032
Trucks6%
Lanes on structure3
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed9.9 mi (16 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 proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Pa 183 (lr 310) over Long Run built?

It was built in 1960, making it 65 years old in 2025.

What condition is Pa 183 (lr 310) over Long Run 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 May 2023.

How much traffic does Pa 183 (lr 310) over Long Run carry?

About 11,163 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.

How long is Pa 183 (lr 310) over Long Run?

The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long with a longest span of 21 ft (6.4 m).

Who owns Pa 183 (lr 310) over Long Run?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.