US Bridges

SR 0029 TR 29 over Ceasetown Dam Outlet

Poor

Luzerne County, Pennsylvania · Plymouth Twp .3M N SR1059 · Structure no. 000000000023632

Built
1932
93 years old
Condition
Poor
inspected November 2022
Type
Slab
Concrete
Length
27 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
1,669
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SR 0029 TR 29 over Ceasetown Dam Outlet is a concrete slab carrying SR 0029 TR 29 over Ceasetown Dam Outlet in Luzerne County, Pennsylvania. It was built in 1932, so it is 93 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 1,669 vehicles a day, roughly 12% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,365 by 2032. The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long and 33 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 14.9 mi (24 km).

CarriesSR 0029 TR 29
CrossesCeasetown Dam Outlet
LocationPlymouth Twp .3M N SR1059
RouteState Highway 29
Coordinates41.26549, -76.04087
Functional classRural Major Collector

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
Deck4 PoorAdvanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour.
Superstructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
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 inspectionNovember 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 adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating86 US tons
Inventory rating51 US tons

Structure

Structure typeSlab
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans1
Design loadH 20
Structure length27 ft (8.2 m)
Longest span25 ft (7.6 m)
Deck width33 ft (10 m)
Roadway width30 ft (9.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,669 (2023)
Projected traffic3,365 by 2032
Trucks12%
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 proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$190,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was SR 0029 TR 29 over Ceasetown Dam Outlet built?

It was built in 1932, making it 93 years old in 2025.

What condition is SR 0029 TR 29 over Ceasetown Dam Outlet 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 November 2022.

How much traffic does SR 0029 TR 29 over Ceasetown Dam Outlet carry?

About 1,669 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 12% are trucks.

How long is SR 0029 TR 29 over Ceasetown Dam Outlet?

The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long with a longest span of 25 ft (7.6 m) and a deck 33 ft wide.

Who owns SR 0029 TR 29 over Ceasetown Dam Outlet?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.