US Bridges

SR 0590 TR 590 over SR 0084 I-84 EB & WB

Fair

Lackawanna County, Pennsylvania · Jefferson Twp over I-84 · Structure no. 000000000020650

Built
1976
49 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected July 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel
Length
410 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
677
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SR 0590 TR 590 over SR 0084 I-84 EB & WB is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying SR 0590 TR 590 over SR 0084 I-84 EB & WB in Lackawanna County, Pennsylvania. It was built in 1976, so it is 49 years old, younger 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. Its operating status is: open, would be posted or closed except for temporary shoring.

It carries about 677 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,003 by 2032. The structure is 410 ft (125 m) long and 48 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 14.9 mi (24 km).

Location

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CarriesSR 0590 TR 590
CrossesSR 0084 I-84 EB & WB
LocationJefferson Twp over I-84
RouteState Highway 590
CountyLackawanna County
StatePennsylvania
Coordinates41.39681, -75.48069
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.
Substructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionJuly 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, would be posted or closed except for temporary shoring
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating75.9 US tons
Inventory rating45 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans4
Design loadHS 20
Structure length410 ft (125 m)
Longest span143 ft (43.6 m)
Deck width48 ft (14.6 m)
Roadway width44 ft (13.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic677 (2024)
Projected traffic1,003 by 2032
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed14.9 mi (24 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$1.4 million
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was SR 0590 TR 590 over SR 0084 I-84 EB & WB built?

It was built in 1976, making it 49 years old in 2025.

What condition is SR 0590 TR 590 over SR 0084 I-84 EB & WB 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 0590 TR 590 over SR 0084 I-84 EB & WB carry?

About 677 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is SR 0590 TR 590 over SR 0084 I-84 EB & WB?

The structure is 410 ft (125 m) long with a longest span of 143 ft (43.6 m) and a deck 48 ft wide.

Who owns SR 0590 TR 590 over SR 0084 I-84 EB & WB?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.