Pa 145 (lr 175) over Bertsch Creek

Fair Condition103 years old5,784 vehicles/day

Location

StatePennsylvania
CountyNorthampton
LocationRiverview Drive
CarriesPa 145 (lr 175)
CrossesBertsch Creek
Coordinates40.73732, -75.57653

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionFair
Deck5 (Fair)
Superstructure5 (Fair)
Substructure5 (Fair)
Channel/Waterway6 (Satisfactory)
Scour Critical4 — Foundations need monitoring

Physical Characteristics

MaterialSteel
DesignStringer/Multi-beam
Total Length40.0 ft (12.2 m)
Max Span38.1 ft (11.6 m)
Deck Width42.0 ft (12.8 m)
Deck Area156.2 sq m
Main Spans1
Year Built1923 (reconstructed 1948)

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic5,784 (2023)
Truck Traffic7%
Lanes On Bridge2

Inspection & Ownership

Last Inspection324
Inspection FrequencyEvery 24 months
OwnerState Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is not eligible for the National Register
Structure Number000000000028556

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