US Bridges

SR 0309 TR 309 over SR 2004; L&s Rr; Susq R

Fair

Luzerne County, Pennsylvania · Plains Twp Ovr Susq River · Structure no. 000000000023880

Built
1976
49 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected April 2024
Type
Girder and Floorbeam System
Steel Continuous
Length
2,278 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
44,183
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SR 0309 TR 309 over SR 2004; L&s Rr; Susq R is a steel continuous girder and floorbeam system carrying SR 0309 TR 309 over SR 2004; L&s Rr; Susq R in Luzerne County, Pennsylvania. It was built in 1976, so it is 49 years old, younger 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 6 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 44,183 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 72,397 by 2032. The structure is 2,278 ft (694.3 m) long and 82 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

Location

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CarriesSR 0309 TR 309
CrossesSR 2004; L&s Rr; Susq R
LocationPlains Twp Ovr Susq River
RouteState Highway 309
CountyLuzerne County
StatePennsylvania
Coordinates41.26589, -75.86383
Functional classUrban Principal Arterial - Other Freeway or Expressway

Condition and inspection

Fair

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Superstructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionApril 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour within limits of footing or piles
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating55 US tons
Inventory rating33 US tons

Structure

Structure typeGirder and Floorbeam System
MaterialSteel Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans4 (+13 approach)
Design loadHS 20
Structure length2,278 ft (694.3 m)
Longest span194 ft (59.1 m)
Deck width82 ft (25.1 m)
Roadway width37 ft (11.3 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic44,183 (2024)
Projected traffic72,397 by 2032
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway, waterway and railroad
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 proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$3.7 million
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was SR 0309 TR 309 over SR 2004; L&s Rr; Susq R built?

It was built in 1976, making it 49 years old in 2025.

What condition is SR 0309 TR 309 over SR 2004; L&s Rr; Susq R 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 April 2024.

How much traffic does SR 0309 TR 309 over SR 2004; L&s Rr; Susq R carry?

About 44,183 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is SR 0309 TR 309 over SR 2004; L&s Rr; Susq R?

The structure is 2,278 ft (694.3 m) long with a longest span of 194 ft (59.1 m) and a deck 82 ft wide.

Who owns SR 0309 TR 309 over SR 2004; L&s Rr; Susq R?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.