US Bridges

SR 0220 over Ladds Creek

Fair

Bradford County, Pennsylvania · New Albany Boro · Structure no. 000000000006133

Built
1920
105 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected September 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel
Length
25 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
4,215
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SR 0220 over Ladds Creek is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying SR 0220 over Ladds Creek in Bradford County, Pennsylvania. It was built in 1920, so it is 105 years old, older than the Pennsylvania average of 54.8 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 5 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

It carries about 4,215 vehicles a day, roughly 27% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,628 by 2032. The structure is 25 ft (7.6 m) long and 52 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 98.8 mi (159 km).

Location

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CarriesSR 0220
CrossesLadds Creek
LocationNew Albany Boro
RouteU.S. Route 220
CountyBradford County
StatePennsylvania
Coordinates41.59869, -76.44249
Functional classRural Minor Arterial

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Superstructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Substructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionSeptember 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourCountermeasures installed to correct a previously existing problem
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating60 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1
Design loadH 20
Structure length25 ft (7.6 m)
Longest span23 ft (7 m)
Deck width52 ft (15.9 m)
Roadway width36 ft (10.9 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic4,215 (2024)
Projected traffic5,628 by 2032
Trucks27%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed98.8 mi (159 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusPossibly eligible for the National Register; requires further investigation
Work proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$109,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was SR 0220 over Ladds Creek built?

It was built in 1920, making it 105 years old in 2025.

What condition is SR 0220 over Ladds Creek in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in September 2023.

How much traffic does SR 0220 over Ladds Creek carry?

About 4,215 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 27% are trucks.

How long is SR 0220 over Ladds Creek?

The structure is 25 ft (7.6 m) long with a longest span of 23 ft (7 m) and a deck 52 ft wide.

Who owns SR 0220 over Ladds Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.