US Bridges

SR 0309 X Valley over SR 2020 Scott ST

Good

Luzerne County, Pennsylvania · W.Barre City over SR 2020 · Structure no. 000000000023874

Built
1991
34 years old
Condition
Good
inspected November 2022
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
119 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
61,120
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SR 0309 X Valley over SR 2020 Scott ST is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying SR 0309 X Valley over SR 2020 Scott ST in Luzerne County, Pennsylvania. It was built in 1991, so it is 34 years old, younger 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 61,120 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 59,522 by 2032. The structure is 119 ft (36.3 m) long and 115 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

Location

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CarriesSR 0309 X Valley
CrossesSR 2020 Scott ST
LocationW.Barre City over SR 2020
RouteState Highway 309
CountyLuzerne County
StatePennsylvania
Coordinates41.25403, -75.84944
Functional classUrban Principal Arterial - Other Freeway or Expressway

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionNovember 2022
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating89.9 US tons
Inventory rating45 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1
Design loadHS 25 or greater
Structure length119 ft (36.3 m)
Longest span114 ft (34.7 m)
Deck width115 ft (35.2 m)
Roadway width109 ft (33.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic61,120 (2024)
Projected traffic59,522 by 2032
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure3
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed3.1 mi (5 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 proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was SR 0309 X Valley over SR 2020 Scott ST built?

It was built in 1991, making it 34 years old in 2025.

What condition is SR 0309 X Valley over SR 2020 Scott ST 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 November 2022.

How much traffic does SR 0309 X Valley over SR 2020 Scott ST carry?

About 61,120 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is SR 0309 X Valley over SR 2020 Scott ST?

The structure is 119 ft (36.3 m) long with a longest span of 114 ft (34.7 m) and a deck 115 ft wide.

Who owns SR 0309 X Valley over SR 2020 Scott ST?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.