US Bridges

S.R. 0973 over Over Tombs Run

Fair

Lycoming County, Pennsylvania · 6 MI W of Salladasburg · Structure no. 000000000024783

Built
1921
104 years old, rebuilt 1952
Condition
Fair
inspected January 2023
Type
Tee Beam
Concrete
Length
28 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
192
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

S.R. 0973 over Over Tombs Run is a concrete tee beam carrying S.R. 0973 over Over Tombs Run in Lycoming County, Pennsylvania. It was built in 1921 and reconstructed in 1952, so it is 104 years old, older 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 192 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 998 by 2032. The structure is 28 ft (8.5 m) long and 30 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 19.3 mi (31 km).

Location

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CarriesS.R. 0973
CrossesOver Tombs Run
Location6 MI W of Salladasburg
RouteState Highway 973
CountyLycoming County
StatePennsylvania
Coordinates41.25071, -77.31692
Functional classRural Minor Collector

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Superstructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Channel and channel protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionJanuary 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourScour critical; foundations unstable for calculated scour conditions
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Operating rating75.9 US tons
Inventory rating45 US tons

Structure

Structure typeTee Beam
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20
Structure length28 ft (8.5 m)
Longest span25 ft (7.6 m)
Deck width30 ft (9 m)
Roadway width26 ft (7.9 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic192 (2024)
Projected traffic998 by 2032
Trucks6%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed19.3 mi (31 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 proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$79,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was S.R. 0973 over Over Tombs Run built?

It was built in 1921, making it 104 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1952.

What condition is S.R. 0973 over Over Tombs Run 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 January 2023.

How much traffic does S.R. 0973 over Over Tombs Run carry?

About 192 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.

How long is S.R. 0973 over Over Tombs Run?

The structure is 28 ft (8.5 m) long with a longest span of 25 ft (7.6 m) and a deck 30 ft wide.

Who owns S.R. 0973 over Over Tombs Run?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.