US Bridges

SR 220 over Chemung River

Good

Bradford County, Pennsylvania · US 220 Chemung River Brdg · Structure no. 000000000006158

Built
1973
52 years old
Condition
Good
inspected July 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel Continuous
Length
717 ft
6 main spans
Daily traffic
10,633
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SR 220 over Chemung River is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying SR 220 over Chemung River in Bradford County, Pennsylvania. It was built in 1973, so it is 52 years old, younger than the Pennsylvania average of 54.8 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in good condition with a lowest component rating of 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 10,633 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 11,068 by 2032. The structure is 717 ft (218.5 m) long and 82 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 52.8 mi (85 km).

Location

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CarriesSR 220
CrossesChemung River
LocationUS 220 Chemung River Brdg
RouteU.S. Route 220
CountyBradford County
StatePennsylvania
Coordinates41.95863, -76.52819
Functional classUrban Principal Arterial - Other Freeway or Expressway

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionJuly 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating59 US tons
Inventory rating35.1 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans6
Design loadHS 20
Structure length717 ft (218.5 m)
Longest span129 ft (39.3 m)
Deck width82 ft (25 m)
Roadway width78 ft (23.8 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic10,633 (2024)
Projected traffic11,068 by 2032
Trucks8%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed52.8 mi (85 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedDeck rehabilitation with only incidental widening
Estimated improvement cost$3 million
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was SR 220 over Chemung River built?

It was built in 1973, making it 52 years old in 2025.

What condition is SR 220 over Chemung River in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in good condition. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. The last reported inspection was in July 2024.

How much traffic does SR 220 over Chemung River carry?

About 10,633 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.

How long is SR 220 over Chemung River?

The structure is 717 ft (218.5 m) long with a longest span of 129 ft (39.3 m) and a deck 82 ft wide.

Who owns SR 220 over Chemung River?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.