US Bridges

SR 2002(APPL.1461) over Little Aquashicola Creek

PoorPosted for load

Carbon County, Pennsylvania · Palmerton/Aquashicola · Structure no. 000000000009058

Built
1922
103 years old
Condition
Poor
inspected February 2023
Type
Tee Beam
Concrete
Length
33 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
10,968
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SR 2002(APPL.1461) over Little Aquashicola Creek is a concrete tee beam carrying SR 2002(APPL.1461) over Little Aquashicola Creek in Carbon County, Pennsylvania. It was built in 1922, so it is 103 years old, older than the Pennsylvania average of 54.8 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in poor condition with a lowest component rating of 4 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.

It carries about 10,968 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 15,582 by 2032. The structure is 33 ft (10.1 m) long and 38 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.8 mi (11 km).

Location

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CarriesSR 2002(APPL.1461)
CrossesLittle Aquashicola Creek
LocationPalmerton/Aquashicola
RouteState Highway 0
CountyCarbon County
StatePennsylvania
Coordinates40.80997, -75.59191
Functional classUrban Minor Arterial

Condition and inspection

Poor

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck4 PoorAdvanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour.
Superstructure4 PoorAdvanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour.
Substructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Channel and channel protection4 PoorAdvanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionFebruary 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourScour critical; foundations unstable for calculated scour conditions
Structural evaluation4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Deck geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Operating rating39 US tons
Inventory rating23 US tons

Structure

Structure typeTee Beam
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20
Structure length33 ft (10.1 m)
Longest span31 ft (9.4 m)
Deck width38 ft (11.6 m)
Roadway width36 ft (10.9 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic10,968 (2023)
Projected traffic15,582 by 2032
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed6.8 mi (11 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$62,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was SR 2002(APPL.1461) over Little Aquashicola Creek built?

It was built in 1922, making it 103 years old in 2025.

What condition is SR 2002(APPL.1461) over Little Aquashicola Creek in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in poor condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. The last reported inspection was in February 2023.

How much traffic does SR 2002(APPL.1461) over Little Aquashicola Creek carry?

About 10,968 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is SR 2002(APPL.1461) over Little Aquashicola Creek?

The structure is 33 ft (10.1 m) long with a longest span of 31 ft (9.4 m) and a deck 38 ft wide.

Who owns SR 2002(APPL.1461) over Little Aquashicola Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.