T-589 Sherkschurch over Raccoon Creek

Fair Condition86 years old50 vehicles/day

Location

StatePennsylvania
CountyLebanon
LocationSherks Church Road T-589
CarriesT-589 Sherkschurch
CrossesRaccoon Creek
Coordinates40.37643, -76.61711

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionFair
Deck6 (Satisfactory)
Superstructure6 (Satisfactory)
Substructure6 (Satisfactory)
Channel/Waterway5 (Fair)
Scour Critical7 — Countermeasures installed

Physical Characteristics

MaterialSteel
DesignStringer/Multi-beam
Total Length37.1 ft (11.3 m)
Max Span25.9 ft (7.9 m)
Deck Width21.0 ft (6.4 m)
Deck Area72.3 sq m
Main Spans1
Year Built1940 (reconstructed 2005)

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic50 (2013)
Truck Traffic5%
Lanes On Bridge2

Inspection & Ownership

Last Inspection323
Inspection FrequencyEvery 24 months
OwnerTown/Township Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is not eligible for the National Register
Structure Number000000000042907

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