US Bridges

US 220 over Larrys Creek

Good

Lycoming County, Pennsylvania · 2 MI E Jersey Shore · Structure no. 000000000024689

Built
1938
87 years old, rebuilt 1970
Condition
Good
inspected February 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Concrete
Length
97 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
19,230
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 220 over Larrys Creek is a concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 220 over Larrys Creek in Lycoming County, Pennsylvania. It was built in 1938 and reconstructed in 1970, so it is 87 years old, older 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 8 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 19,230 vehicles a day, roughly 12% of them trucks, projected to reach 29,368 by 2032. The structure is 97 ft (29.6 m) long and 78 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 83.3 mi (134 km).

CarriesUS 220
CrossesLarrys Creek
Location2 MI E Jersey Shore
RouteU.S. Route 220
Coordinates41.21951, -77.21965
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
Deck8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionFebruary 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour within limits of footing or piles
Structural evaluation8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating65 US tons
Inventory rating50 US tons

Structure

MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20
Structure length97 ft (29.6 m)
Longest span93 ft (28.3 m)
Deck width78 ft (23.9 m)
Roadway width75 ft (22.8 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic19,230 (2024)
Projected traffic29,368 by 2032
Trucks12%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed83.3 mi (134 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 proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$280,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was US 220 over Larrys Creek built?

It was built in 1938, making it 87 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1970.

What condition is US 220 over Larrys 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 February 2024.

How much traffic does US 220 over Larrys Creek carry?

About 19,230 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 12% are trucks.

How long is US 220 over Larrys Creek?

The structure is 97 ft (29.6 m) long with a longest span of 93 ft (28.3 m) and a deck 78 ft wide.

Who owns US 220 over Larrys Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.