US Bridges

SR 15 SB over W. Br. Susquehanna River

Good

Lycoming County, Pennsylvania · Market St.Wmspt River Br · Structure no. 000000000043387

Built
2006
19 years old
Condition
Good
inspected October 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
1,109 ft
8 main spans
Daily traffic
14,451
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SR 15 SB over W. Br. Susquehanna River is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying SR 15 SB over W. Br. Susquehanna River in Lycoming County, Pennsylvania. It was built in 2006, so it is 19 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 14,451 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 17,652 by 2032. The structure is 1,109 ft (338 m) long and 52 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

CarriesSR 15 SB
CrossesW. Br. Susquehanna River
LocationMarket St.Wmspt River Br
RouteU.S. Route 15
Coordinates41.22833, -77.02
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
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionOctober 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 alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating89.9 US tons
Inventory rating52 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans8
Design loadHL 93
Structure length1,109 ft (338 m)
Longest span136 ft (41.5 m)
Deck width52 ft (15.8 m)
Roadway width36 ft (11 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic14,451 (2024)
Projected traffic17,652 by 2032
Trucks6%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.7 mi (6 km)
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 proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was SR 15 SB over W. Br. Susquehanna River built?

It was built in 2006, making it 19 years old in 2025.

What condition is SR 15 SB over W. Br. Susquehanna River 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 October 2023.

How much traffic does SR 15 SB over W. Br. Susquehanna River carry?

About 14,451 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.

How long is SR 15 SB over W. Br. Susquehanna River?

The structure is 1,109 ft (338 m) long with a longest span of 136 ft (41.5 m) and a deck 52 ft wide.

Who owns SR 15 SB over W. Br. Susquehanna River?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.