US Bridges

SR 2100 Lidys RD over SR 0315 TR 315

Poor

Luzerne County, Pennsylvania · Dupont 640 N TR 315 · Structure no. 000000000024171

Built
1955
70 years old
Condition
Poor
inspected September 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel Continuous
Length
140 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
499
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SR 2100 Lidys RD over SR 0315 TR 315 is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying SR 2100 Lidys RD over SR 0315 TR 315 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 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 499 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 663 by 2032. The structure is 140 ft (42.7 m) long and 46 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 98.8 mi (159 km).

Location

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CarriesSR 2100 Lidys RD
CrossesSR 0315 TR 315
LocationDupont 640 N TR 315
RouteState Highway 0
CountyLuzerne County
StatePennsylvania
Coordinates41.32676, -75.74438
Functional classUrban Local

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
Deck4 PoorAdvanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour.
Superstructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Substructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionSeptember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating59 US tons
Inventory rating35.1 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel Continuous
DeckClosed grating
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length140 ft (42.7 m)
Longest span74 ft (22.6 m)
Deck width46 ft (14 m)
Roadway width34 ft (10.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic499 (2024)
Projected traffic663 by 2032
Trucks3%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed98.8 mi (159 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 proposedDeck rehabilitation with only incidental widening
Estimated improvement cost$284,000
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was SR 2100 Lidys RD over SR 0315 TR 315 built?

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

What condition is SR 2100 Lidys RD over SR 0315 TR 315 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 September 2024.

How much traffic does SR 2100 Lidys RD over SR 0315 TR 315 carry?

About 499 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.

How long is SR 2100 Lidys RD over SR 0315 TR 315?

The structure is 140 ft (42.7 m) long with a longest span of 74 ft (22.6 m) and a deck 46 ft wide.

Who owns SR 2100 Lidys RD over SR 0315 TR 315?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.