Pa 309 (lr 185) over Little Schuylkill River

Fair Condition86 years old20,316 vehicles/day

Location

StatePennsylvania
CountySchuylkill
LocationNorth End Of Tamaqua
CarriesPa 309 (lr 185)
CrossesLittle Schuylkill River
Coordinates40.80550, -75.97130

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionFair
Deck6 (Satisfactory)
Superstructure6 (Satisfactory)
Substructure6 (Satisfactory)
Channel/Waterway6 (Satisfactory)
Scour Critical4 — Foundations need monitoring

Physical Characteristics

MaterialSteel
DesignStringer/Multi-beam
Total Length161.1 ft (49.1 m)
Max Span68.9 ft (21 m)
Deck Width42.7 ft (13 m)
Deck Area638.3 sq m
Main Spans2
Year Built1940 (reconstructed 1992)

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic20,316 (2023)
Truck Traffic7%
Lanes On Bridge2

Inspection & Ownership

Last Inspection724
Inspection FrequencyEvery 24 months
OwnerState Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is not eligible for the National Register
Structure Number000000000030666

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