US 522 over South Branch Middle Crk
FairSnyder County, Pennsylvania · Borough of Mcclure · Structure no. 000000000031107
- Built
- 1927
- 98 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected February 2024
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Concrete
- Length
- 35 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 3,182
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 522 over South Branch Middle Crk is a concrete tee beam carrying US 522 over South Branch Middle Crk in Snyder County, Pennsylvania. It was built in 1927, so it is 98 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 3,182 vehicles a day, roughly 13% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,463 by 2032. The structure is 35 ft (10.7 m) long and 32 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 98.8 mi (159 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 | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| 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 | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
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Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 522 over South Branch Middle Crk built?
It was built in 1927, making it 98 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 522 over South Branch Middle Crk 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 US 522 over South Branch Middle Crk carry?
About 3,182 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 13% are trucks.
How long is US 522 over South Branch Middle Crk?
The structure is 35 ft (10.7 m) long with a longest span of 34 ft (10.4 m) and a deck 32 ft wide.
Who owns US 522 over South Branch Middle Crk?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.