US Bridges

SR 9101(LR 417) over Schuylkill River

Fair

Schuylkill County, Pennsylvania · INTERSEC.PA183-PA61 · Structure no. 000000000031034

Built
1951
74 years old, rebuilt 1977
Condition
Fair
inspected October 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel
Length
96 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
1,934
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SR 9101(LR 417) over Schuylkill River is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying SR 9101(LR 417) over Schuylkill River in Schuylkill County, Pennsylvania. It was built in 1951 and reconstructed in 1977, so it is 74 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 1,934 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 631 by 2032. The structure is 96 ft (29.3 m) long and 44 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

Location

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CarriesSR 9101(LR 417)
CrossesSchuylkill River
LocationINTERSEC.PA183-PA61
RouteState Highway 0
CountySchuylkill County
StatePennsylvania
Coordinates40.63774, -76.18311
Functional classRural Major Collector

Condition and inspection

Fair

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Superstructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Substructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Channel and channel protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionOctober 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; action required to protect exposed foundations
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Operating rating53 US tons
Inventory rating32 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length96 ft (29.3 m)
Longest span49 ft (14.9 m)
Deck width44 ft (13.4 m)
Roadway width40 ft (12.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,934 (2023)
Projected traffic631 by 2032
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 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$348,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was SR 9101(LR 417) over Schuylkill River built?

It was built in 1951, making it 74 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1977.

What condition is SR 9101(LR 417) over 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 October 2023.

How much traffic does SR 9101(LR 417) over Schuylkill River carry?

About 1,934 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is SR 9101(LR 417) over Schuylkill River?

The structure is 96 ft (29.3 m) long with a longest span of 49 ft (14.9 m) and a deck 44 ft wide.

Who owns SR 9101(LR 417) over Schuylkill River?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.