US Bridges

TR 11 Wyoming Ave over Abrahams Creek

Good

Luzerne County, Pennsylvania · Wyoming Bo .8 M W SR 1021 · Structure no. 000000000023613

Built
1953
72 years old
Condition
Good
inspected September 2024
Type
Culvert
Steel
Length
113 ft
14 main spans
Daily traffic
15,978
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

TR 11 Wyoming Ave over Abrahams Creek is a steel culvert carrying TR 11 Wyoming Ave over Abrahams Creek in Luzerne County, Pennsylvania. It was built in 1953, so it is 72 years old, older 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 15,978 vehicles a day, roughly 2% of them trucks, projected to reach 21,195 by 2032. The structure is 113 ft (34.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

CarriesTR 11 Wyoming Ave
CrossesAbrahams Creek
LocationWyoming Bo .8 M W SR 1021
RouteU.S. Route 11
Coordinates41.30351, -75.8481
Functional classUrban Other Principal Arterial

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 protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionSeptember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating54 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialSteel
DeckNot applicable
Main spans14
Design loadH 20
Structure length113 ft (34.4 m)
Longest span5 ft (1.5 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic15,978 (2024)
Projected traffic21,195 by 2032
Trucks2%
Lanes on structure3
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.7 mi (6 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byCounty 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$2.6 million
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was TR 11 Wyoming Ave over Abrahams Creek built?

It was built in 1953, making it 72 years old in 2025.

What condition is TR 11 Wyoming Ave over Abrahams 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 September 2024.

How much traffic does TR 11 Wyoming Ave over Abrahams Creek carry?

About 15,978 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 2% are trucks.

How long is TR 11 Wyoming Ave over Abrahams Creek?

The structure is 113 ft (34.4 m) long with a longest span of 5 ft (1.5 m).

Who owns TR 11 Wyoming Ave over Abrahams Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency and maintained by the County Highway Agency.