US Bridges

TR 29 NB & SB over SR 11 NB Ramp 8027

Fair

Luzerne County, Pennsylvania · Plymouth Twp over TR 11 · Structure no. 000000000023627

Built
1957
68 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected June 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel
Length
65 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
12,805
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

TR 29 NB & SB over SR 11 NB Ramp 8027 is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying TR 29 NB & SB over SR 11 NB Ramp 8027 in Luzerne 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 12,805 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 11,089 by 2032. The structure is 65 ft (19.8 m) long and 60 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).

Location

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CarriesTR 29 NB & SB
CrossesSR 11 NB Ramp 8027
LocationPlymouth Twp over TR 11
RouteState Highway 29
CountyLuzerne County
StatePennsylvania
Coordinates41.21752, -75.98842
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Superstructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionJune 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry9: 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
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20
Structure length65 ft (19.8 m)
Longest span63 ft (19.2 m)
Deck width60 ft (18.2 m)
Roadway width54 ft (16.5 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic12,805 (2024)
Projected traffic11,089 by 2032
Trucks6%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed5 mi (8 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$383,000
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was TR 29 NB & SB over SR 11 NB Ramp 8027 built?

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

What condition is TR 29 NB & SB over SR 11 NB Ramp 8027 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 2023.

How much traffic does TR 29 NB & SB over SR 11 NB Ramp 8027 carry?

About 12,805 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.

How long is TR 29 NB & SB over SR 11 NB Ramp 8027?

The structure is 65 ft (19.8 m) long with a longest span of 63 ft (19.2 m) and a deck 60 ft wide.

Who owns TR 29 NB & SB over SR 11 NB Ramp 8027?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.