US Bridges

On Tsr 430 over Plum Run

Fair

Clinton County, Pennsylvania · 2 Mile South Swissdale · Structure no. 000000000012284

Built
1969
56 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected April 2023
Type
Slab
Concrete
Length
30 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
200
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

On Tsr 430 over Plum Run is a concrete slab carrying On Tsr 430 over Plum Run in Clinton County, Pennsylvania. It was built in 1969, so it is 56 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 200 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 264 by 2043. The structure is 30 ft (9.1 m) long and 39 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 km).

CarriesOn Tsr 430
CrossesPlum Run
Location2 Mile South Swissdale
RouteState Highway 0
Coordinates41.17544, -77.41333
Functional classRural Local

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.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Channel and channel protection4 PoorAdvanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionApril 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourScour critical; foundations unstable for calculated scour conditions
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Operating rating63.1 US tons
Inventory rating38 US tons

Structure

Structure typeSlab
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20
Structure length30 ft (9.1 m)
Longest span27 ft (8.2 m)
Deck width39 ft (11.8 m)
Roadway width35 ft (10.7 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic200 (2024)
Projected traffic264 by 2043
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed6.2 mi (10 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$362,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was On Tsr 430 over Plum Run built?

It was built in 1969, making it 56 years old in 2025.

What condition is On Tsr 430 over Plum Run 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 April 2023.

How much traffic does On Tsr 430 over Plum Run carry?

About 200 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is On Tsr 430 over Plum Run?

The structure is 30 ft (9.1 m) long with a longest span of 27 ft (8.2 m) and a deck 39 ft wide.

Who owns On Tsr 430 over Plum Run?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.