I-80 WB (lr 1009) over SR 1005 Lehigh R Rn RR
FairCarbon County, Pennsylvania · Exit 273 (40) White Haven · Structure no. 000000000008974
- Built
- 1965
- 60 years old, rebuilt 1981
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected April 2024
- Type
- Girder and Floorbeam System
- Steel Continuous
- Length
- 757 ft
- 6 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 11,212
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
I-80 WB (lr 1009) over SR 1005 Lehigh R Rn RR is a steel continuous girder and floorbeam system carrying I-80 WB (lr 1009) over SR 1005 Lehigh R Rn RR in Carbon County, Pennsylvania. It was built in 1965 and reconstructed in 1981, so it is 60 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 11,212 vehicles a day, roughly 39% of them trucks, projected to reach 12,827 by 2032. The structure is 757 ft (230.7 m) long and 36 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 km).
Location
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Substructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was I-80 WB (lr 1009) over SR 1005 Lehigh R Rn RR built?
It was built in 1965, making it 60 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1981.
What condition is I-80 WB (lr 1009) over SR 1005 Lehigh R Rn RR 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 April 2024.
How much traffic does I-80 WB (lr 1009) over SR 1005 Lehigh R Rn RR carry?
About 11,212 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 39% are trucks.
How long is I-80 WB (lr 1009) over SR 1005 Lehigh R Rn RR?
The structure is 757 ft (230.7 m) long with a longest span of 127 ft (38.7 m) and a deck 36 ft wide.
Who owns I-80 WB (lr 1009) over SR 1005 Lehigh R Rn RR?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency and maintained by the Private (other than railroad).