US Bridges

SR 3023 (lr 949) over Mcmichael Creek

PoorPosted for load

Monroe County, Pennsylvania · Middle Easton Belmont Pk · Structure no. 000000000027040

Built
1910
115 years old
Condition
Poor
inspected March 2024
Type
Arch - Deck
Masonry
Length
52 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
1,114
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SR 3023 (lr 949) over Mcmichael Creek is a masonry arch - deck carrying SR 3023 (lr 949) over Mcmichael Creek in Monroe County, Pennsylvania. It was built in 1910, so it is 115 years old, older than the Pennsylvania average of 54.8 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in poor condition with a lowest component rating of 4 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.

It carries about 1,114 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,133 by 2032. The structure is 52 ft (15.8 m) long and 22 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).

Location

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CarriesSR 3023 (lr 949)
CrossesMcmichael Creek
LocationMiddle Easton Belmont Pk
RouteState Highway 0
CountyMonroe County
StatePennsylvania
Coordinates40.94386, -75.29523
Functional classRural Minor Collector

Condition and inspection

Poor

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Superstructure4 PoorAdvanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour.
Substructure4 PoorAdvanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour.
Channel and channel protection4 PoorAdvanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionMarch 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourScour critical; foundations unstable for calculated scour conditions
Structural evaluation4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Deck geometry2: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of replacement
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating36 US tons
Inventory rating24 US tons

Structure

Structure typeArch - Deck
MaterialMasonry
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadUnknown
Structure length52 ft (15.8 m)
Longest span24 ft (7.3 m)
Deck width22 ft (6.7 m)
Roadway width19 ft (5.8 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,114 (2023)
Projected traffic2,133 by 2032
Trucks10%
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$95,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was SR 3023 (lr 949) over Mcmichael Creek built?

It was built in 1910, making it 115 years old in 2025.

What condition is SR 3023 (lr 949) over Mcmichael Creek in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in poor condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. The last reported inspection was in March 2024.

How much traffic does SR 3023 (lr 949) over Mcmichael Creek carry?

About 1,114 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is SR 3023 (lr 949) over Mcmichael Creek?

The structure is 52 ft (15.8 m) long with a longest span of 24 ft (7.3 m) and a deck 22 ft wide.

Who owns SR 3023 (lr 949) over Mcmichael Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.