US Bridges

SR 2002 over Warrior Creek

Fair

Luzerne County, Pennsylvania · Hanover Twp 1 M E TR 29 · Structure no. 000000000024058

Built
1952
73 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected November 2022
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
45 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
10,530
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SR 2002 over Warrior Creek is a concrete culvert carrying SR 2002 over Warrior Creek in Luzerne County, Pennsylvania. It was built in 1952, so it is 73 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 10,530 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 12,863 by 2032. The structure is 45 ft (13.7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

Location

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CarriesSR 2002
CrossesWarrior Creek
LocationHanover Twp 1 M E TR 29
RouteState Highway 0
CountyLuzerne County
StatePennsylvania
Coordinates41.21052, -75.96299
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 protection4 PoorAdvanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour.
Culvert5 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
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum 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 length45 ft (13.7 m)
Longest span45 ft (13.7 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic10,530 (2024)
Projected traffic12,863 by 2032
Trucks7%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-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 proposedOther structural work, including hydraulic replacements
Estimated improvement cost$1.8 million
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was SR 2002 over Warrior Creek built?

It was built in 1952, making it 73 years old in 2025.

What condition is SR 2002 over Warrior 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 November 2022.

How much traffic does SR 2002 over Warrior Creek carry?

About 10,530 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.

How long is SR 2002 over Warrior Creek?

The structure is 45 ft (13.7 m) long with a longest span of 45 ft (13.7 m).

Who owns SR 2002 over Warrior Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.