Retreat Access RD over Susquehanna River
FairPosted for loadLuzerne County, Pennsylvania · At SR 11 Intersection · Structure no. 000000000024408
- Built
- 1930
- 95 years old, rebuilt 1991
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected March 2023
- Type
- Truss - Thru
- Steel
- Length
- 1,205 ft
- 5 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 250
- 2009 count
- Owner
- State
- Other State Agency
About this bridge
Retreat Access RD over Susquehanna River is a steel truss - thru carrying Retreat Access RD over Susquehanna River in Luzerne County, Pennsylvania. It was built in 1930 and reconstructed in 1991, so it is 95 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. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.
It carries about 250 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 300 by 2029. The structure is 1,205 ft (367.3 m) long and 20 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 98.8 mi (159 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Superstructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Substructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Channel and channel protection | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Retreat Access RD over Susquehanna River built?
It was built in 1930, making it 95 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1991.
What condition is Retreat Access RD over Susquehanna River 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 March 2023.
How much traffic does Retreat Access RD over Susquehanna River carry?
About 250 vehicles per day (2009 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is Retreat Access RD over Susquehanna River?
The structure is 1,205 ft (367.3 m) long with a longest span of 217 ft (66.1 m) and a deck 20 ft wide.
Who owns Retreat Access RD over Susquehanna River?
It is owned by the Other State Agency.