Pa 743; SR 0743 over Swatara Creek

Fair Condition50 years old9,412 vehicles/day

Location

StatePennsylvania
CountyDauphin
Location2 Mi. N.e. Of Hershey
CarriesPa 743; SR 0743
CrossesSwatara Creek
Coordinates40.32226, -76.62929

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionFair
Deck6 (Satisfactory)
Superstructure7 (Good)
Substructure6 (Satisfactory)
Channel/Waterway5 (Fair)
Scour Critical8 — Stable, low risk

Physical Characteristics

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DesignStringer/Multi-beam
Total Length323.2 ft (98.5 m)
Max Span79.1 ft (24.1 m)
Deck Width47.9 ft (14.6 m)
Deck Area1438.1 sq m
Main Spans4
Year Built1976

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic9,412 (2024)
Truck Traffic9%
Lanes On Bridge2

Inspection & Ownership

Last Inspection824
Inspection FrequencyEvery 24 months
OwnerState Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is not eligible for the National Register
Structure Number000000000014417

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