SR 422(lr 793) over Schuylkill River

Poor Condition63 years old59,527 vehicles/day

Location

StatePennsylvania
CountyBerks
LocationCity Line Reading Bypass
CarriesSR 422(lr 793)
CrossesSchuylkill River
Coordinates40.31239, -75.91975

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionPoor
Deck5 (Fair)
Superstructure5 (Fair)
Substructure4 (Poor)
Channel/Waterway6 (Satisfactory)
Scour Critical4 — Foundations need monitoring

Physical Characteristics

MaterialSteel Continuous
DesignGirder and Floorbeam
Total Length700.1 ft (213.4 m)
Max Span147.0 ft (44.8 m)
Deck Width65.6 ft (20 m)
Deck Area4,268 sq m
Main Spans4
Year Built1963

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic59,527 (2024)
Truck Traffic9%
Lanes On Bridge4

Inspection & Ownership

Last Inspection824
Inspection FrequencyEvery 24 months
OwnerState Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is not eligible for the National Register
Structure Number000000000004852

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