US Bridges

Ramp K Spr& WB Blv over Laurel Run

Fair

Luzerne County, Pennsylvania · WB Ramp K Spur & WB Blv · Structure no. 000000000024498

Built
1991
34 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected September 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
50 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
4,789
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Ramp K Spr& WB Blv over Laurel Run is a concrete culvert carrying Ramp K Spr& WB Blv over Laurel Run in Luzerne County, Pennsylvania. It was built in 1991, so it is 34 years old, younger 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 4,789 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,342 by 2032. The structure is 50 ft (15.2 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

Location

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CarriesRamp K Spr& WB Blv
CrossesLaurel Run
LocationWB Ramp K Spur & WB Blv
RouteState Highway 0
CountyLuzerne County
StatePennsylvania
Coordinates41.25827, -75.85423
Functional classUrban Principal Arterial - Other Freeway or Expressway

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 protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert5 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
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating110.1 US tons
Inventory rating107 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 25 or greater
Structure length50 ft (15.2 m)
Longest span22 ft (6.7 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic4,789 (2024)
Projected traffic5,342 by 2032
Trucks7%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
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$1.1 million
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Ramp K Spr& WB Blv over Laurel Run built?

It was built in 1991, making it 34 years old in 2025.

What condition is Ramp K Spr& WB Blv over Laurel Run 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 September 2024.

How much traffic does Ramp K Spr& WB Blv over Laurel Run carry?

About 4,789 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.

How long is Ramp K Spr& WB Blv over Laurel Run?

The structure is 50 ft (15.2 m) long with a longest span of 22 ft (6.7 m).

Who owns Ramp K Spr& WB Blv over Laurel Run?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.