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    District 5 Projects - Berks County

    Charming Forge Road over Mill Race Bridge Replacement Project

    Project Status

    Step 2 of 4

    Design

    Next Step:  Construction

    Project Overview

    County: Berks
    Municipality: Marion Township
    State Route: 3037
    Local Name: Charming Forge Road
    Project Type: Bridge Superstructure Replacement
    MPMS Number: 94290
    Proposed Construction Start: Spring 2027
    Proposed Construction End: Fall 2027

    This project involves the superstructure replacement of a two-lane structure carrying Route 3037 (Charming Forge Road) over Mill Race, in Marion Township, Berks County. Marion Township accepted ownership of Charming Forge Road, now local road T-511, through PennDOT’s Turnback Program; however, PennDOT maintains ownership of the bridge. Route 3004 (Charming Forge Road) intersects T-511 approximately 40 feet south of the structure. T-511 (Charming Forge Road) becomes Route 3037 (Tulpehocken Forge Road) south of the intersection with Route 3004.

    The existing single-span structure carries Route 3037 (Charming Forge Road) over Mill Race, a manmade stream, was constructed in 1941. The superstructure will be replaced in the same location with minor roadway approach work and minor repair and repointing to the abutments. The roadway typical section is anticipated to match the proposed structure lane and shoulder widths and utilize painted guiderail. Previous bridge inspections have resulted in weight restrictions from structural deficiencies caused by continuous deterioration.

    Route 3037 (Charming Forge Road) has the functional classification of a rural local road through the project area, and traverses through rolling terrain. Route 3037, Route 3004, and T-511 are posted for 40 mph, however design speed is 55 mph. The project will utilize a closure and detour route.

    Contact Information

    Lindsey C. Galvin
    Consultant Project Manger
    484-322-2804
    c-liglavin@pa.gov

    Sean Brown
    Safety Press officer
    610-871-4556
    sebrown@pa.gov

     

    Past Public Outreach

    Public Comment Period

    The public comment period, where the community was encouraged to respond with questions and concerns, was active from May 29, 2025 through June 29, 2025.

    Virtual Plans Display

    The project plan exhibits are available online to view, but the comment period closed on May 29, 2025. 

    Accessibility

    The project documents can be made available in alternative languages or formats if requested. If you need translation or interpretation services, have special needs, or have concerns that require individual attention, please contact the Project Manager listed above.

    Title VI

    Pursuant to the Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, PennDOT does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, gender, age, or disability. If you feel that you have been denied the benefits of, or participation in a PennDOT program or activity, you may contact the PennDOT, Bureau of Equal Opportunity, DBE/Title VI Division at 717-787-5891.