US Bridges

SR 6309 over SR 2007 E Northampton ST

Fair

Luzerne County, Pennsylvania · W-Barre Twp over SR 2007 · Structure no. 000000000024369

Built
1946
79 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected November 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel
Length
48 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
9,649
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SR 6309 over SR 2007 E Northampton ST is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying SR 6309 over SR 2007 E Northampton ST in Luzerne County, Pennsylvania. It was built in 1946, so it is 79 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 9,649 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 14,624 by 2032. The structure is 48 ft (14.6 m) long and 45 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

Location

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CarriesSR 6309
CrossesSR 2007 E Northampton ST
LocationW-Barre Twp over SR 2007
RouteState Highway 309B
CountyLuzerne County
StatePennsylvania
Coordinates41.23084, -75.87114
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
Deck5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Superstructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Substructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionNovember 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 geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating51 US tons
Inventory rating31 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20
Structure length48 ft (14.6 m)
Longest span47 ft (14.3 m)
Deck width45 ft (13.7 m)
Roadway width39 ft (11.9 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic9,649 (2023)
Projected traffic14,624 by 2032
Trucks3%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 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$348,000
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was SR 6309 over SR 2007 E Northampton ST built?

It was built in 1946, making it 79 years old in 2025.

What condition is SR 6309 over SR 2007 E Northampton ST 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 2024.

How much traffic does SR 6309 over SR 2007 E Northampton ST carry?

About 9,649 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.

How long is SR 6309 over SR 2007 E Northampton ST?

The structure is 48 ft (14.6 m) long with a longest span of 47 ft (14.3 m) and a deck 45 ft wide.

Who owns SR 6309 over SR 2007 E Northampton ST?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.