US Bridges

SR 120-PA 120 over West Creek

Fair

Cameron County, Pennsylvania · Truman · Structure no. 000000000008833

Built
1951
74 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected May 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel
Length
109 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
2,515
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SR 120-PA 120 over West Creek is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying SR 120-PA 120 over West Creek in Cameron County, Pennsylvania. It was built in 1951, so it is 74 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 2,515 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,156 by 2044. The structure is 109 ft (33.2 m) long and 42 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 85.1 mi (137 km).

Location

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CarriesSR 120-PA 120
CrossesWest Creek
LocationTruman
RouteState Highway 120
CountyCameron County
StatePennsylvania
Coordinates41.4742, -78.35897
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
Deck5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
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 protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionMay 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; action required to protect exposed foundations
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 adequacy5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment7: Better than present minimum criteria
Operating rating83 US tons
Inventory rating50 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length109 ft (33.2 m)
Longest span52 ft (15.8 m)
Deck width42 ft (12.8 m)
Roadway width38 ft (11.6 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,515 (2024)
Projected traffic3,156 by 2044
Trucks9%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed85.1 mi (137 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$777,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was SR 120-PA 120 over West Creek built?

It was built in 1951, making it 74 years old in 2025.

What condition is SR 120-PA 120 over West 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 May 2024.

How much traffic does SR 120-PA 120 over West Creek carry?

About 2,515 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.

How long is SR 120-PA 120 over West Creek?

The structure is 109 ft (33.2 m) long with a longest span of 52 ft (15.8 m) and a deck 42 ft wide.

Who owns SR 120-PA 120 over West Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.