US Bridges

SR 0239 TR 239 over Wapwallopen Creek

Fair

Luzerne County, Pennsylvania · Nescopeck TWP.1M N SR3036 · Structure no. 000000000023829

Built
1970
55 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected December 2022
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
65 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
1,523
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SR 0239 TR 239 over Wapwallopen Creek is a concrete culvert carrying SR 0239 TR 239 over Wapwallopen Creek in Luzerne County, Pennsylvania. It was built in 1970, so it is 55 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 1,523 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,179 by 2032. The structure is 65 ft (19.8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.8 mi (11 km).

Location

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CarriesSR 0239 TR 239
CrossesWapwallopen Creek
LocationNescopeck TWP.1M N SR3036
RouteState Highway 239
CountyLuzerne County
StatePennsylvania
Coordinates41.07061, -76.13419
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
Channel and channel protection4 PoorAdvanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour.
Culvert5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionDecember 2022
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourScour critical; foundations unstable for calculated scour conditions
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
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
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20
Structure length65 ft (19.8 m)
Longest span65 ft (19.8 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,523 (2023)
Projected traffic2,179 by 2032
Trucks9%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed6.8 mi (11 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$1.4 million
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was SR 0239 TR 239 over Wapwallopen Creek built?

It was built in 1970, making it 55 years old in 2025.

What condition is SR 0239 TR 239 over Wapwallopen Creek 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 December 2022.

How much traffic does SR 0239 TR 239 over Wapwallopen Creek carry?

About 1,523 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.

How long is SR 0239 TR 239 over Wapwallopen Creek?

The structure is 65 ft (19.8 m) long with a longest span of 65 ft (19.8 m).

Who owns SR 0239 TR 239 over Wapwallopen Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.