Pa 39; SR 0039 over Branch of Paxton Creek
FairDauphin County, Pennsylvania · 3MI W of Linglestown · Structure no. 000000000014203
- Built
- 1964
- 61 years old, rebuilt 1998
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected September 2024
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete
- Length
- 29 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 17,666
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Pa 39; SR 0039 over Branch of Paxton Creek is a concrete slab carrying Pa 39; SR 0039 over Branch of Paxton Creek in Dauphin County, Pennsylvania. It was built in 1964 and reconstructed in 1998, so it is 61 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 6 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 17,666 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 24,654 by 2032. The structure is 29 ft (8.8 m) long and 60 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Pa 39; SR 0039 over Branch of Paxton Creek built?
It was built in 1964, making it 61 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1998.
What condition is Pa 39; SR 0039 over Branch of Paxton 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 September 2024.
How much traffic does Pa 39; SR 0039 over Branch of Paxton Creek carry?
About 17,666 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.
How long is Pa 39; SR 0039 over Branch of Paxton Creek?
The structure is 29 ft (8.8 m) long with a longest span of 27 ft (8.2 m) and a deck 60 ft wide.
Who owns Pa 39; SR 0039 over Branch of Paxton Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.