US Bridges

SR 0438 TR 438 over Trib S Br Tunkhannock Ck

Fair

Lackawanna County, Pennsylvania · Scott Twp 550 W TR 247 · Structure no. 000000000020635

Built
1928
97 years old, rebuilt 1982
Condition
Fair
inspected July 2024
Type
Tee Beam
Concrete
Length
25 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
992
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SR 0438 TR 438 over Trib S Br Tunkhannock Ck is a concrete tee beam carrying SR 0438 TR 438 over Trib S Br Tunkhannock Ck in Lackawanna County, Pennsylvania. It was built in 1928 and reconstructed in 1982, so it is 97 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 992 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,280 by 2032. The structure is 25 ft (7.6 m) long and 34 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

CarriesSR 0438 TR 438
CrossesTrib S Br Tunkhannock Ck
LocationScott Twp 550 W TR 247
RouteState Highway 438
Coordinates41.53478, -75.61134
Functional classRural Major Collector

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 protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionJuly 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour within limits of footing or piles
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating56 US tons
Inventory rating34 US tons

Structure

Structure typeTee Beam
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1
Design loadH 20
Structure length25 ft (7.6 m)
Longest span23 ft (7 m)
Deck width34 ft (10.4 m)
Roadway width29 ft (8.7 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic992 (2023)
Projected traffic1,280 by 2032
Trucks8%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 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$221,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was SR 0438 TR 438 over Trib S Br Tunkhannock Ck built?

It was built in 1928, making it 97 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1982.

What condition is SR 0438 TR 438 over Trib S Br Tunkhannock Ck 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 July 2024.

How much traffic does SR 0438 TR 438 over Trib S Br Tunkhannock Ck carry?

About 992 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.

How long is SR 0438 TR 438 over Trib S Br Tunkhannock Ck?

The structure is 25 ft (7.6 m) long with a longest span of 23 ft (7 m) and a deck 34 ft wide.

Who owns SR 0438 TR 438 over Trib S Br Tunkhannock Ck?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.