US Bridges

SR3009(45066)T-939 over Pohopoco Creek

FairPosted for load

Monroe County, Pennsylvania · T-939 N.Of Effort · Structure no. 000000000027013

Built
1918
107 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected March 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel
Length
39 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
3,709
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SR3009(45066)T-939 over Pohopoco Creek is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying SR3009(45066)T-939 over Pohopoco Creek in Monroe County, Pennsylvania. It was built in 1918, so it is 107 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. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.

It carries about 3,709 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,163 by 2032. The structure is 39 ft (11.9 m) long and 22 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).

CarriesSR3009(45066)T-939
CrossesPohopoco Creek
LocationT-939 N.Of Effort
RouteState Highway 0
Coordinates40.95989, -75.46296
Functional classUrban 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
Deck5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Superstructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Substructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Channel and channel protection4 PoorAdvanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionMarch 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load 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 geometry2: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of replacement
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating34 US tons
Inventory rating20 US tons

Structure

MaterialSteel
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20
Structure length39 ft (11.9 m)
Longest span36 ft (11 m)
Deck width22 ft (6.7 m)
Roadway width20 ft (6.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic3,709 (2024)
Projected traffic5,163 by 2032
Trucks4%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed5 mi (8 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 SR3009(45066)T-939 over Pohopoco Creek built?

It was built in 1918, making it 107 years old in 2025.

What condition is SR3009(45066)T-939 over Pohopoco Creek 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 March 2023.

How much traffic does SR3009(45066)T-939 over Pohopoco Creek carry?

About 3,709 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.

How long is SR3009(45066)T-939 over Pohopoco Creek?

The structure is 39 ft (11.9 m) long with a longest span of 36 ft (11 m) and a deck 22 ft wide.

Who owns SR3009(45066)T-939 over Pohopoco Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.