West Union Street over S. Branch Newport Creek
GoodLuzerne County, Pennsylvania · 400 Ft NE of Alden RD · Structure no. 000000000042997
- Built
- 2004
- 21 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected April 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 24 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 1,500
- 2021 count
- Owner
- City
- City or Municipal Highway Agency
About this bridge
West Union Street over S. Branch Newport Creek is a concrete culvert carrying West Union Street over S. Branch Newport Creek in Luzerne County, Pennsylvania. It was built in 2004, so it is 21 years old, younger than the Pennsylvania average of 54.8 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in good condition with a lowest component rating of 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
It carries about 1,500 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,000 by 2039. The structure is 24 ft (7.3 m) long and 59 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
Location
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was West Union Street over S. Branch Newport Creek built?
It was built in 2004, making it 21 years old in 2025.
What condition is West Union Street over S. Branch Newport Creek in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in good condition. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. The last reported inspection was in April 2023.
How much traffic does West Union Street over S. Branch Newport Creek carry?
About 1,500 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.
How long is West Union Street over S. Branch Newport Creek?
The structure is 24 ft (7.3 m) long with a longest span of 24 ft (7.3 m) and a deck 59 ft wide.
Who owns West Union Street over S. Branch Newport Creek?
It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.