US Bridges

Stoney Ck RD over Stoney Creek

PoorClosed to traffic

Carbon County, Pennsylvania · W.Of SR 903 Nr.Christmans · Structure no. 000000000009133

Built
1910
115 years old
Condition
Poor
inspected March 2023
Type
Arch - Deck
Masonry
Length
24 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
—
1979 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Stoney Ck RD over Stoney Creek is a masonry arch - deck carrying Stoney Ck RD over Stoney Creek in Carbon County, Pennsylvania. It was built in 1910, so it is 115 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 2 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: closed to all traffic.

No traffic count is recorded. The structure is 24 ft (7.3 m) long and 21 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

CarriesStoney Ck RD
CrossesStoney Creek
LocationW.Of SR 903 Nr.Christmans
RouteCity Street 0
Coordinates40.96245, -75.64937
Functional classRural Local

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
Superstructure2 CriticalAdvanced deterioration of primary structural elements. Bridge may be closed until corrective action is taken.
Substructure3 SeriousLoss of section, deterioration, spalling or scour have seriously affected primary structural components.
Channel and channel protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionMarch 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusClosed to all traffic
ScourFoundations stable; action required to protect exposed foundations
Structural evaluation0: Immediate repair necessary to put back in service
Deck geometry3: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of corrective action
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating0 US tons
Inventory rating0 US tons

Structure

Structure typeArch - Deck
MaterialMasonry
DeckNot applicable
Main spans1
Design loadUnknown
Structure length24 ft (7.3 m)
Longest span24 ft (7.3 m)
Deck width21 ft (6.3 m)
Roadway width17 ft (5.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic—
Projected traffic700 by 2030
Trucks—
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Maintained byCounty 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$12,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Stoney Ck RD over Stoney Creek built?

It was built in 1910, making it 115 years old in 2025.

What condition is Stoney Ck RD over Stoney 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 March 2023.

How much traffic does Stoney Ck RD over Stoney Creek carry?

No traffic count is recorded for this structure.

How long is Stoney Ck RD over Stoney Creek?

The structure is 24 ft (7.3 m) long with a longest span of 24 ft (7.3 m) and a deck 21 ft wide.

Who owns Stoney Ck RD over Stoney Creek?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.