US Bridges

East Washington ST over Neshannock Creek

Poor

Lawrence County, Pennsylvania · @ TR 108&168 Intersection · Structure no. 000000000022409

Built
1909
116 years old
Condition
Poor
inspected October 2023
Type
Arch - Deck
Concrete
Length
145 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
18,779
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

East Washington ST over Neshannock Creek is a concrete arch - deck carrying East Washington ST over Neshannock Creek in Lawrence County, Pennsylvania. It was built in 1909, so it is 116 years old, older than the Pennsylvania average of 54.8 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in poor condition with a lowest component rating of 4 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.

It carries about 18,779 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 12,315 by 2032. The structure is 145 ft (44.2 m) long and 65 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

CarriesEast Washington ST
CrossesNeshannock Creek
Location@ TR 108&168 Intersection
RouteState Highway 0
Coordinates41, -80.34261
Functional classUrban Other Principal Arterial

Condition and inspection

Poor

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Superstructure4 PoorAdvanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour.
Substructure4 PoorAdvanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour.
Channel and channel protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionOctober 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourCountermeasures installed to correct a previously existing problem
Structural evaluation4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Deck geometry2: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of replacement
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating36 US tons
Inventory rating21.1 US tons

Structure

Structure typeArch - Deck
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length145 ft (44.2 m)
Longest span74 ft (22.6 m)
Deck width65 ft (19.8 m)
Roadway width40 ft (12.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic18,779 (2024)
Projected traffic12,315 by 2032
Trucks3%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

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 million
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was East Washington ST over Neshannock Creek built?

It was built in 1909, making it 116 years old in 2025.

What condition is East Washington ST over Neshannock Creek in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in poor condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. The last reported inspection was in October 2023.

How much traffic does East Washington ST over Neshannock Creek carry?

About 18,779 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.

How long is East Washington ST over Neshannock Creek?

The structure is 145 ft (44.2 m) long with a longest span of 74 ft (22.6 m) and a deck 65 ft wide.

Who owns East Washington ST over Neshannock Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.