US Bridges

US 209(LR 164) over Pohopoco Creek

Fair

Carbon County, Pennsylvania · Harrity · Structure no. 000000000008998

Built
1968
57 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected June 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
212 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
13,004
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 209(LR 164) over Pohopoco Creek is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 209(LR 164) over Pohopoco Creek in Carbon County, Pennsylvania. It was built in 1968, so it is 57 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 6 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 13,004 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 17,645 by 2032. The structure is 212 ft (64.6 m) long and 76 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

CarriesUS 209(LR 164)
CrossesPohopoco Creek
LocationHarrity
RouteU.S. Route 209
Coordinates40.83858, -75.67354
Functional classUrban Other Principal 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.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Channel and channel protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionJune 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour within limits of footing or piles
Structural evaluation6: Equal to 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 rating89.9 US tons
Inventory rating27 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length212 ft (64.6 m)
Longest span72 ft (21.9 m)
Deck width76 ft (23.2 m)
Roadway width72 ft (21.9 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic13,004 (2023)
Projected traffic17,645 by 2032
Trucks8%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.1 mi (5 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$540,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was US 209(LR 164) over Pohopoco Creek built?

It was built in 1968, making it 57 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 209(LR 164) over Pohopoco 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 US 209(LR 164) over Pohopoco Creek carry?

About 13,004 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.

How long is US 209(LR 164) over Pohopoco Creek?

The structure is 212 ft (64.6 m) long with a longest span of 72 ft (21.9 m) and a deck 76 ft wide.

Who owns US 209(LR 164) over Pohopoco Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.