Bear Creek Bl over Little Shades Creek
GoodLuzerne County, Pennsylvania · Bear CR Tw 1.2M S SR 2038 · Structure no. 000000000053914
- Built
- 2017
- 8 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected November 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 32 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 5,107
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Bear Creek Bl over Little Shades Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Bear Creek Bl over Little Shades Creek in Luzerne County, Pennsylvania. It was built in 2017, so it is 8 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 5,107 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,619 by 2037. The structure is 32 ft (9.8 m) long and 40 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 11.2 mi (18 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Bear Creek Bl over Little Shades Creek built?
It was built in 2017, making it 8 years old in 2025.
What condition is Bear Creek Bl over Little Shades 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 November 2023.
How much traffic does Bear Creek Bl over Little Shades Creek carry?
About 5,107 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.
How long is Bear Creek Bl over Little Shades Creek?
The structure is 32 ft (9.8 m) long with a longest span of 28 ft (8.5 m) and a deck 40 ft wide.
Who owns Bear Creek Bl over Little Shades Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency and maintained by the Private (other than railroad).