US Bridges

SR 0081 I-81 SB over SR 8001 Ramp

Fair

Lackawanna County, Pennsylvania · Moosic Boro over Ramp · Structure no. 000000000020430

Built
1966
59 years old, rebuilt 2019
Condition
Fair
inspected June 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
193 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
31,669
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SR 0081 I-81 SB over SR 8001 Ramp is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying SR 0081 I-81 SB over SR 8001 Ramp in Lackawanna County, Pennsylvania. It was built in 1966 and reconstructed in 2019, so it is 59 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 31,669 vehicles a day, roughly 20% of them trucks, projected to reach 42,715 by 2032. The structure is 193 ft (58.8 m) long and 37 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

Location

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CarriesSR 0081 I-81 SB
CrossesSR 8001 Ramp
LocationMoosic Boro over Ramp
RouteInterstate 81
CountyLackawanna County
StatePennsylvania
Coordinates41.35616, -75.72128
Functional classUrban Principal Arterial - Interstate

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.
Substructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionJune 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry2: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of replacement
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating89 US tons
Inventory rating27 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length193 ft (58.8 m)
Longest span77 ft (23.5 m)
Deck width37 ft (11.4 m)
Roadway width33 ft (10 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic31,669 (2024)
Projected traffic42,715 by 2032
Trucks20%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkInterstate STRAHNET route

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$635,000
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was SR 0081 I-81 SB over SR 8001 Ramp built?

It was built in 1966, making it 59 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2019.

What condition is SR 0081 I-81 SB over SR 8001 Ramp 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 June 2023.

How much traffic does SR 0081 I-81 SB over SR 8001 Ramp carry?

About 31,669 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 20% are trucks.

How long is SR 0081 I-81 SB over SR 8001 Ramp?

The structure is 193 ft (58.8 m) long with a longest span of 77 ft (23.5 m) and a deck 37 ft wide.

Who owns SR 0081 I-81 SB over SR 8001 Ramp?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.