Bowers Road over Maiden Creek

Poor Condition143 years old868 vehicles/day

Location

StatePennsylvania
CountyBerks
LocationNE Of Berkley
CarriesBowers Road
CrossesMaiden Creek
Coordinates40.43911, -75.92672

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionPoor
Deck5 (Fair)
Superstructure1 (Imminent Failure)
Substructure5 (Fair)
Channel/Waterway8 (Very Good)
Scour Critical4 — Foundations need monitoring

Physical Characteristics

MaterialAluminum/Wrought Iron/Cast Iron
DesignTruss - Thru
Total Length202.1 ft (61.6 m)
Max Span200.1 ft (61 m)
Deck Width18.4 ft (5.6 m)
Deck Area345.0 sq m
Main Spans1
Year Built1883 (reconstructed 1942)

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic868 (2011)
Lanes On Bridge1

Inspection & Ownership

Last Inspection923
Inspection FrequencyEvery 24 months
OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is eligible for the National Register
Structure Number000000000005423

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