US Bridges

SR 0309 TR 309 over Ramp A; SR 8039

Poor

Luzerne County, Pennsylvania · Luzerne Boro over SR 8039 · Structure no. 000000000023891

Built
1980
45 years old
Condition
Poor
inspected November 2022
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel
Length
175 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
32,542
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SR 0309 TR 309 over Ramp A; SR 8039 is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying SR 0309 TR 309 over Ramp A; SR 8039 in Luzerne County, Pennsylvania. It was built in 1980, so it is 45 years old, younger 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 32,542 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 45,697 by 2032. The structure is 175 ft (53.3 m) long and 85 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

Location

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CarriesSR 0309 TR 309
CrossesRamp A; SR 8039
LocationLuzerne Boro over SR 8039
RouteState Highway 309
CountyLuzerne County
StatePennsylvania
Coordinates41.28756, -75.90418
Functional classUrban Principal Arterial - Other Freeway or Expressway

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
Deck6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Superstructure4 PoorAdvanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour.
Substructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionNovember 2022
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating81 US tons
Inventory rating48 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1 (+2 approach)
Design loadHS 20
Structure length175 ft (53.3 m)
Longest span86 ft (26.2 m)
Deck width85 ft (25.9 m)
Roadway width79 ft (24 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic32,542 (2024)
Projected traffic45,697 by 2032
Trucks4%
Lanes on structure4
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 proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$238,000
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was SR 0309 TR 309 over Ramp A; SR 8039 built?

It was built in 1980, making it 45 years old in 2025.

What condition is SR 0309 TR 309 over Ramp A; SR 8039 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 0309 TR 309 over Ramp A; SR 8039 carry?

About 32,542 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.

How long is SR 0309 TR 309 over Ramp A; SR 8039?

The structure is 175 ft (53.3 m) long with a longest span of 86 ft (26.2 m) and a deck 85 ft wide.

Who owns SR 0309 TR 309 over Ramp A; SR 8039?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.