US Bridges

I-80 Wb(lr 1009) over Black Creek

Fair

Carbon County, Pennsylvania · 1.5 Mi.E.Of Turnpike · Structure no. 000000000008981

Built
1964
61 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected September 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
21 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
9,694
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

I-80 Wb(lr 1009) over Black Creek is a concrete culvert carrying I-80 Wb(lr 1009) over Black Creek in Carbon County, Pennsylvania. It was built in 1964, so it is 61 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 9,694 vehicles a day, roughly 38% of them trucks, projected to reach 14,725 by 2032. The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

CarriesI-80 Wb(lr 1009)
CrossesBlack Creek
Location1.5 Mi.E.Of Turnpike
RouteInterstate 80
Coordinates41.07503, -75.67771
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Interstate

Condition and inspection

Fair

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Culvert5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionSeptember 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating45 US tons
Inventory rating27 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length21 ft (6.4 m)
Longest span21 ft (6.4 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic9,694 (2024)
Projected traffic14,725 by 2032
Trucks38%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.7 mi (6 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkInterstate STRAHNET route

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$143,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was I-80 Wb(lr 1009) over Black Creek built?

It was built in 1964, making it 61 years old in 2025.

What condition is I-80 Wb(lr 1009) over Black 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 I-80 Wb(lr 1009) over Black Creek carry?

About 9,694 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 38% are trucks.

How long is I-80 Wb(lr 1009) over Black Creek?

The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long with a longest span of 21 ft (6.4 m).

Who owns I-80 Wb(lr 1009) over Black Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.