I know that you're looking for a new frame, but you will find that MANY of the 80's steel sport touring frames had relatively short top tubes in the taller sizes. I once had a 23" Schwinn Traveler, 25" Schwinn Traveler, 25" Schwinn Voyageur, and 26" Raleigh something-or-other all with matching 57cm top tubes. The Schwinns were 4130 steel (just like Surly).

These types of frames aren't as easy to snag cheaply from eBay as they used to be, but it might be worth looking. Some folks consider the 1" threaded headsets to be a drawback, but otherwise they'll fit just about any modern components.

As for modern frames, I bought a Surly Karate Monkey that's a little long in the top tube for my reach. Nashbar's Trekking bars seem to give me a nice, closer position. Not quite a "fast road position", but it works for me.

Tom

PS - I apologize for mixing measurement units but the frame sizes are based on the manufacturer's sizing and the top tube is based on my own measurement.