US Bridges

SR 1021 Eigth ST over Susquehanna River

Good

Luzerne County, Pennsylvania · Jenkins Twp JCT SR 2004 · Structure no. 000000000046475

Built
2011
14 years old
Condition
Good
inspected August 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
1,319 ft
10 main spans
Daily traffic
14,567
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SR 1021 Eigth ST over Susquehanna River is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying SR 1021 Eigth ST over Susquehanna River in Luzerne County, Pennsylvania. It was built in 2011, so it is 14 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 14,567 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,369 by 2032. The structure is 1,319 ft (402 m) long and 55 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.1 mi (13 km).

CarriesSR 1021 Eigth ST
CrossesSusquehanna River
LocationJenkins Twp JCT SR 2004
RouteState Highway 0
Coordinates41.30484, -75.83057
Functional classUrban Other Principal Arterial

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionAugust 2024
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating63.9 US tons
Inventory rating40.3 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans10
Design loadHL 93
Structure length1,319 ft (402 m)
Longest span132 ft (40.2 m)
Deck width55 ft (16.7 m)
Roadway width44 ft (13.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic14,567 (2024)
Projected traffic6,369 by 2032
Trucks3%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed8.1 mi (13 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 proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was SR 1021 Eigth ST over Susquehanna River built?

It was built in 2011, making it 14 years old in 2025.

What condition is SR 1021 Eigth ST over Susquehanna River 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 August 2024.

How much traffic does SR 1021 Eigth ST over Susquehanna River carry?

About 14,567 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.

How long is SR 1021 Eigth ST over Susquehanna River?

The structure is 1,319 ft (402 m) long with a longest span of 132 ft (40.2 m) and a deck 55 ft wide.

Who owns SR 1021 Eigth ST over Susquehanna River?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.