US Bridges

SR 0015 Sbl over SB over Lyc Ck/Ck Drains

Fair

Lycoming County, Pennsylvania · City of Williamsport · Structure no. 000000000024531

Built
1974
51 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected June 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel Continuous
Length
581 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
13,669
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SR 0015 Sbl over SB over Lyc Ck/Ck Drains is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying SR 0015 Sbl over SB over Lyc Ck/Ck Drains in Lycoming County, Pennsylvania. It was built in 1974, so it is 51 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 13,669 vehicles a day, roughly 15% of them trucks, projected to reach 19,606 by 2032. The structure is 581 ft (177.1 m) long and 43 ft wide.

Location

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CarriesSR 0015 Sbl
CrossesSB over Lyc Ck/Ck Drains
LocationCity of Williamsport
RouteU.S. Route 15
CountyLycoming County
StatePennsylvania
Coordinates41.23936, -77.00006
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
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJune 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour within limits of footing or piles
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating70 US tons
Inventory rating42 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans4 (+1 approach)
Design loadHS 20
Structure length581 ft (177.1 m)
Longest span139 ft (42.4 m)
Deck width43 ft (13.2 m)
Roadway width39 ft (11.9 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic13,669 (2024)
Projected traffic19,606 by 2032
Trucks15%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed—
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkNon-Interstate STRAHNET route

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$72,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was SR 0015 Sbl over SB over Lyc Ck/Ck Drains built?

It was built in 1974, making it 51 years old in 2025.

What condition is SR 0015 Sbl over SB over Lyc Ck/Ck Drains 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 June 2024.

How much traffic does SR 0015 Sbl over SB over Lyc Ck/Ck Drains carry?

About 13,669 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 15% are trucks.

How long is SR 0015 Sbl over SB over Lyc Ck/Ck Drains?

The structure is 581 ft (177.1 m) long with a longest span of 139 ft (42.4 m) and a deck 43 ft wide.

Who owns SR 0015 Sbl over SB over Lyc Ck/Ck Drains?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.