US Bridges

SR 0690 TR 690 over Rattlesnake Creek

Fair

Lackawanna County, Pennsylvania · Springbrk Tp .6M E TR 502 · Structure no. 000000000020658

Built
1957
68 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected July 2024
Type
Tee Beam
Concrete
Length
36 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
1,266
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SR 0690 TR 690 over Rattlesnake Creek is a concrete tee beam carrying SR 0690 TR 690 over Rattlesnake Creek in Lackawanna County, Pennsylvania. It was built in 1957, so it is 68 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 1,266 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,659 by 2032. The structure is 36 ft (11 m) long and 52 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

Location

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CarriesSR 0690 TR 690
CrossesRattlesnake Creek
LocationSpringbrk Tp .6M E TR 502
RouteState Highway 690
CountyLackawanna County
StatePennsylvania
Coordinates41.30999, -75.60438
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
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 protection5 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, 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
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating55 US tons
Inventory rating33 US tons

Structure

Structure typeTee Beam
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans1
Design loadH 20
Structure length36 ft (11 m)
Longest span34 ft (10.4 m)
Deck width52 ft (15.8 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,266 (2024)
Projected traffic1,659 by 2032
Trucks4%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.1 mi (5 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$38,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was SR 0690 TR 690 over Rattlesnake Creek built?

It was built in 1957, making it 68 years old in 2025.

What condition is SR 0690 TR 690 over Rattlesnake 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 July 2024.

How much traffic does SR 0690 TR 690 over Rattlesnake Creek carry?

About 1,266 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.

How long is SR 0690 TR 690 over Rattlesnake Creek?

The structure is 36 ft (11 m) long with a longest span of 34 ft (10.4 m) and a deck 52 ft wide.

Who owns SR 0690 TR 690 over Rattlesnake Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.