US Bridges

Pa 534 (lr 13018) over Dilldown Creek

Fair

Carbon County, Pennsylvania · 0.5 Mi.S.Of Albrightville · Structure no. 000000000009020

Built
1938
87 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected June 2023
Type
Tee Beam
Concrete
Length
27 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
2,356
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Pa 534 (lr 13018) over Dilldown Creek is a concrete tee beam carrying Pa 534 (lr 13018) over Dilldown Creek in Carbon County, Pennsylvania. It was built in 1938, so it is 87 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 2,356 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,086 by 2032. The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long and 26 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 32.9 mi (53 km).

Location

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CarriesPa 534 (lr 13018)
CrossesDilldown Creek
Location0.5 Mi.S.Of Albrightville
RouteState Highway 534
CountyCarbon County
StatePennsylvania
Coordinates41.0186, -75.58606
Functional classRural Major Collector

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 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; action required to protect exposed foundations
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry2: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of replacement
Waterway adequacy5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating64 US tons
Inventory rating38 US tons

Structure

Structure typeTee Beam
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20
Structure length27 ft (8.2 m)
Longest span25 ft (7.6 m)
Deck width26 ft (7.9 m)
Roadway width23 ft (7 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,356 (2024)
Projected traffic3,086 by 2032
Trucks6%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed32.9 mi (53 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$37,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Pa 534 (lr 13018) over Dilldown Creek built?

It was built in 1938, making it 87 years old in 2025.

What condition is Pa 534 (lr 13018) over Dilldown 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 Pa 534 (lr 13018) over Dilldown Creek carry?

About 2,356 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.

How long is Pa 534 (lr 13018) over Dilldown Creek?

The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long with a longest span of 25 ft (7.6 m) and a deck 26 ft wide.

Who owns Pa 534 (lr 13018) over Dilldown Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.