US Bridges

SR 3004 Kirmar Pkw over Forge Creek

Fair

Luzerne County, Pennsylvania · Newport Twp .5M E SR 3002 · Structure no. 000000000024177

Built
1954
71 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected January 2023
Type
Slab
Concrete
Length
22 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
3,357
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SR 3004 Kirmar Pkw over Forge Creek is a concrete slab carrying SR 3004 Kirmar Pkw over Forge Creek in Luzerne County, Pennsylvania. It was built in 1954, so it is 71 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 3,357 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,738 by 2033. The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long and 42 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).

Location

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CarriesSR 3004 Kirmar Pkw
CrossesForge Creek
LocationNewport Twp .5M E SR 3002
RouteState Highway 0
CountyLuzerne County
StatePennsylvania
Coordinates41.17646, -76.02915
Functional classUrban Collector

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Superstructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Substructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionJanuary 2023
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
Deck geometry5: 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 rating68 US tons
Inventory rating41 US tons

Structure

Structure typeSlab
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20
Structure length22 ft (6.7 m)
Longest span20 ft (6.1 m)
Deck width42 ft (12.7 m)
Roadway width38 ft (11.6 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic3,357 (2023)
Projected traffic5,738 by 2033
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed5 mi (8 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$147,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was SR 3004 Kirmar Pkw over Forge Creek built?

It was built in 1954, making it 71 years old in 2025.

What condition is SR 3004 Kirmar Pkw over Forge 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 January 2023.

How much traffic does SR 3004 Kirmar Pkw over Forge Creek carry?

About 3,357 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is SR 3004 Kirmar Pkw over Forge Creek?

The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long with a longest span of 20 ft (6.1 m) and a deck 42 ft wide.

Who owns SR 3004 Kirmar Pkw over Forge Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.