US Bridges

SR 2003 Cortez RD over Wallenpaupack Creek

Good

Lackawanna County, Pennsylvania · Jefferson 1.5 M N TE348 · Structure no. 000000000042452

Built
2004
21 years old
Condition
Good
inspected June 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
42 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
1,860
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SR 2003 Cortez RD over Wallenpaupack Creek is a concrete culvert carrying SR 2003 Cortez RD over Wallenpaupack Creek in Lackawanna County, Pennsylvania. It was built in 2004, so it is 21 years old, younger than the Pennsylvania average of 54.8 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in good condition with a lowest component rating of 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 1,860 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,773 by 2032. The structure is 42 ft (12.8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 14.9 mi (24 km).

CarriesSR 2003 Cortez RD
CrossesWallenpaupack Creek
LocationJefferson 1.5 M N TE348
RouteState Highway 0
Coordinates41.43544, -75.48575
Functional classRural Minor Collector

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJune 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating75 US tons
Inventory rating44 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans1
Design loadHS 25 or greater
Structure length42 ft (12.8 m)
Longest span42 ft (12.8 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,860 (2023)
Projected traffic1,773 by 2032
Trucks11%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
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 proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was SR 2003 Cortez RD over Wallenpaupack Creek built?

It was built in 2004, making it 21 years old in 2025.

What condition is SR 2003 Cortez RD over Wallenpaupack Creek in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in good condition. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. The last reported inspection was in June 2024.

How much traffic does SR 2003 Cortez RD over Wallenpaupack Creek carry?

About 1,860 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.

How long is SR 2003 Cortez RD over Wallenpaupack Creek?

The structure is 42 ft (12.8 m) long with a longest span of 42 ft (12.8 m).

Who owns SR 2003 Cortez RD over Wallenpaupack Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.