US Bridges

SR 2008 Middle RD over SR 0029 TR 29

Good

Luzerne County, Pennsylvania · Hanover Twp over TR 29 · Structure no. 000000000054755

Built
2017
8 years old
Condition
Good
inspected December 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
150 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
5,867
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SR 2008 Middle RD over SR 0029 TR 29 is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying SR 2008 Middle RD over SR 0029 TR 29 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 5,867 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,082 by 2038. The structure is 150 ft (45.7 m) long and 43 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

Location

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CarriesSR 2008 Middle RD
CrossesSR 0029 TR 29
LocationHanover Twp over TR 29
RouteState Highway 0
CountyLuzerne County
StatePennsylvania
Coordinates41.20319, -75.94572
Functional classUrban Minor Arterial

Condition and inspection

Good

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionDecember 2023
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment7: Better than present minimum criteria
Operating rating60.4 US tons
Inventory rating42.9 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1
Design loadHL 93
Structure length150 ft (45.7 m)
Longest span150 ft (45.7 m)
Deck width43 ft (13.2 m)
Roadway width40 ft (12.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic5,867 (2024)
Projected traffic1,082 by 2038
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedOther structural work, including hydraulic replacements
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was SR 2008 Middle RD over SR 0029 TR 29 built?

It was built in 2017, making it 8 years old in 2025.

What condition is SR 2008 Middle RD over SR 0029 TR 29 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 December 2023.

How much traffic does SR 2008 Middle RD over SR 0029 TR 29 carry?

About 5,867 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is SR 2008 Middle RD over SR 0029 TR 29?

The structure is 150 ft (45.7 m) long with a longest span of 150 ft (45.7 m) and a deck 43 ft wide.

Who owns SR 2008 Middle RD over SR 0029 TR 29?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.