US Bridges

SR 2027 over Tributary Towanda Creek

Fair

Bradford County, Pennsylvania · 2 Mi. S.Of Towanda Boro · Structure no. 000000000006387

Built
1959
66 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected June 2023
Type
Slab
Concrete
Length
21 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
6,737
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SR 2027 over Tributary Towanda Creek is a concrete slab carrying SR 2027 over Tributary Towanda Creek in Bradford County, Pennsylvania. It was built in 1959, so it is 66 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 6,737 vehicles a day, roughly 16% of them trucks, projected to reach 7,924 by 2032. The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long and 44 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 9.9 mi (16 km).

Location

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CarriesSR 2027
CrossesTributary Towanda Creek
Location2 Mi. S.Of Towanda Boro
RouteState Highway 0
CountyBradford County
StatePennsylvania
Coordinates41.74205, -76.44911
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.
Superstructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Substructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionJune 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 typeSlab
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans1
Design loadUnknown
Structure length21 ft (6.4 m)
Longest span20 ft (6.1 m)
Deck width44 ft (13.3 m)
Roadway width40 ft (12.3 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic6,737 (2024)
Projected traffic7,924 by 2032
Trucks16%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed9.9 mi (16 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$106,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was SR 2027 over Tributary Towanda Creek built?

It was built in 1959, making it 66 years old in 2025.

What condition is SR 2027 over Tributary Towanda 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 June 2023.

How much traffic does SR 2027 over Tributary Towanda Creek carry?

About 6,737 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 16% are trucks.

How long is SR 2027 over Tributary Towanda Creek?

The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long with a longest span of 20 ft (6.1 m) and a deck 44 ft wide.

Who owns SR 2027 over Tributary Towanda Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.