US Bridges

SR1014 Overlook RD over SR 0309 TR 309

PoorPosted for load

Luzerne County, Pennsylvania · Dallas Twp over TR 309 · Structure no. 000000000023979

Built
1940
85 years old, rebuilt 1983
Condition
Poor
inspected November 2022
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel
Length
68 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
1,265
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SR1014 Overlook RD over SR 0309 TR 309 is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying SR1014 Overlook RD over SR 0309 TR 309 in Luzerne County, Pennsylvania. It was built in 1940 and reconstructed in 1983, so it is 85 years old, older 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 3 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. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.

It carries about 1,265 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,558 by 2032. The structure is 68 ft (20.7 m) long and 28 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 9.9 mi (16 km).

CarriesSR1014 Overlook RD
CrossesSR 0309 TR 309
LocationDallas Twp over TR 309
RouteState Highway 0
Coordinates41.32584, -75.94523
Functional classUrban Collector

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
Deck3 SeriousLoss of section, deterioration, spalling or scour have seriously affected primary structural components.
Superstructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Substructure4 PoorAdvanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionNovember 2022
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Deck geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating25 US tons
Inventory rating15 US tons

Structure

MaterialSteel
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1
Design loadH 20
Structure length68 ft (20.7 m)
Longest span64 ft (19.5 m)
Deck width28 ft (8.4 m)
Roadway width24 ft (7.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,265 (2024)
Projected traffic2,558 by 2032
Trucks3%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed9.9 mi (16 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$360,000
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was SR1014 Overlook RD over SR 0309 TR 309 built?

It was built in 1940, making it 85 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1983.

What condition is SR1014 Overlook RD over SR 0309 TR 309 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 SR1014 Overlook RD over SR 0309 TR 309 carry?

About 1,265 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.

How long is SR1014 Overlook RD over SR 0309 TR 309?

The structure is 68 ft (20.7 m) long with a longest span of 64 ft (19.5 m) and a deck 28 ft wide.

Who owns SR1014 Overlook RD over SR 0309 TR 309?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.