US Bridges

S.R. 973 over Larrys Creek

Good

Lycoming County, Pennsylvania · 2 MI E of Salladasburg · Structure no. 000000000039495

Built
1997
28 years old
Condition
Good
inspected May 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel
Length
115 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
370
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

S.R. 973 over Larrys Creek is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying S.R. 973 over Larrys Creek in Lycoming County, Pennsylvania. It was built in 1997, so it is 28 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 370 vehicles a day, roughly 15% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,104 by 2032. The structure is 115 ft (35.1 m) long and 33 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 32.9 mi (53 km).

CarriesS.R. 973
CrossesLarrys Creek
Location2 MI E of Salladasburg
RouteState Highway 973
Coordinates41.29723, -77.19794
Functional classRural Major Collector

Condition and inspection

Good

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionMay 2023
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Operating rating101 US tons
Inventory rating61 US tons

Structure

MaterialSteel
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1
Design loadHS 25 or greater
Structure length115 ft (35.1 m)
Longest span111 ft (33.8 m)
Deck width33 ft (10.1 m)
Roadway width30 ft (9.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic370 (2024)
Projected traffic1,104 by 2032
Trucks15%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed32.9 mi (53 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 proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was S.R. 973 over Larrys Creek built?

It was built in 1997, making it 28 years old in 2025.

What condition is S.R. 973 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 May 2023.

How much traffic does S.R. 973 over Larrys Creek carry?

About 370 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 15% are trucks.

How long is S.R. 973 over Larrys Creek?

The structure is 115 ft (35.1 m) long with a longest span of 111 ft (33.8 m) and a deck 33 ft wide.

Who owns S.R. 973 over Larrys Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.