US Bridges

Wampum Viaduct Brg over Beaver River RR & Road

Fair

Lawrence County, Pennsylvania · Wampum Viaduct Bridge · Structure no. 000000000022289

Built
1989
36 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected June 2022
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel Continuous
Length
814 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
1,161
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Wampum Viaduct Brg over Beaver River RR & Road is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Wampum Viaduct Brg over Beaver River RR & Road in Lawrence County, Pennsylvania. It was built in 1989, so it is 36 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.

It carries about 1,161 vehicles a day, roughly 12% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,453 by 2032. The structure is 814 ft (248.1 m) long and 36 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 9.9 mi (16 km).

Location

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CarriesWampum Viaduct Brg
CrossesBeaver River RR & Road
LocationWampum Viaduct Bridge
RouteState Highway 288
CountyLawrence County
StatePennsylvania
Coordinates40.88913, -80.33615
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
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJune 2022
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 adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Operating rating58 US tons
Inventory rating35.1 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3 (+6 approach)
Design loadHS 20
Structure length814 ft (248.1 m)
Longest span200 ft (61 m)
Deck width36 ft (11.1 m)
Roadway width28 ft (8.5 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,161 (2024)
Projected traffic5,453 by 2032
Trucks12%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesHighway, waterway and railroad
Detour if closed9.9 mi (16 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$338,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Wampum Viaduct Brg over Beaver River RR & Road built?

It was built in 1989, making it 36 years old in 2025.

What condition is Wampum Viaduct Brg over Beaver River RR & Road 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 2022.

How much traffic does Wampum Viaduct Brg over Beaver River RR & Road carry?

About 1,161 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 12% are trucks.

How long is Wampum Viaduct Brg over Beaver River RR & Road?

The structure is 814 ft (248.1 m) long with a longest span of 200 ft (61 m) and a deck 36 ft wide.

Who owns Wampum Viaduct Brg over Beaver River RR & Road?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.