US Bridges

SR 2004 (lr 13014) over Mill Creek

Poor

Carbon County, Pennsylvania · Aquashicola Fireline Rd. · Structure no. 000000000009066

Built
1960
65 years old
Condition
Poor
inspected April 2023
Type
Slab
Concrete
Length
25 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
1,825
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SR 2004 (lr 13014) over Mill Creek is a concrete slab carrying SR 2004 (lr 13014) over Mill Creek in Carbon County, Pennsylvania. It was built in 1960, so it is 65 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.

It carries about 1,825 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,578 by 2032. The structure is 25 ft (7.6 m) long and 37 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.7 mi (14 km).

CarriesSR 2004 (lr 13014)
CrossesMill Creek
LocationAquashicola Fireline Rd.
RouteState Highway 0
Coordinates40.81493, -75.5946
Functional classUrban Collector

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
Deck6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Superstructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Substructure4 PoorAdvanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour.
Channel and channel protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionApril 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour within limits of footing or piles
Structural evaluation4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating59 US tons
Inventory rating35.1 US tons

Structure

Structure typeSlab
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20
Structure length25 ft (7.6 m)
Longest span22 ft (6.7 m)
Deck width37 ft (11.3 m)
Roadway width28 ft (8.5 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,825 (2024)
Projected traffic4,578 by 2032
Trucks4%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed8.7 mi (14 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$117,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was SR 2004 (lr 13014) over Mill Creek built?

It was built in 1960, making it 65 years old in 2025.

What condition is SR 2004 (lr 13014) over Mill 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 April 2023.

How much traffic does SR 2004 (lr 13014) over Mill Creek carry?

About 1,825 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.

How long is SR 2004 (lr 13014) over Mill Creek?

The structure is 25 ft (7.6 m) long with a longest span of 22 ft (6.7 m) and a deck 37 ft wide.

Who owns SR 2004 (lr 13014) over Mill Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.