US Bridges

SR 0315 TR 315 over Little Mill Creek

Fair

Luzerne County, Pennsylvania · Dupont Boro JCT SR 2035 · Structure no. 000000000023919

Built
1955
70 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected August 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
26 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
7,004
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SR 0315 TR 315 over Little Mill Creek is a concrete culvert carrying SR 0315 TR 315 over Little Mill Creek in Luzerne County, Pennsylvania. It was built in 1955, so it is 70 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 7,004 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 7,173 by 2032. The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

Location

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CarriesSR 0315 TR 315
CrossesLittle Mill Creek
LocationDupont Boro JCT SR 2035
RouteState Highway 315
CountyLuzerne County
StatePennsylvania
Coordinates41.31945, -75.74874
Functional classUrban Other Principal Arterial

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 protection9 ExcellentNo problems noted.
Culvert5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionAugust 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: 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 rating54 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20
Structure length26 ft (7.9 m)
Longest span26 ft (7.9 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic7,004 (2023)
Projected traffic7,173 by 2032
Trucks8%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
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$270,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was SR 0315 TR 315 over Little Mill Creek built?

It was built in 1955, making it 70 years old in 2025.

What condition is SR 0315 TR 315 over Little Mill 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 August 2024.

How much traffic does SR 0315 TR 315 over Little Mill Creek carry?

About 7,004 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.

How long is SR 0315 TR 315 over Little Mill Creek?

The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long with a longest span of 26 ft (7.9 m).

Who owns SR 0315 TR 315 over Little Mill Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.