US Bridges

Croasdale RD T-420 over Cherry Creek

Poor

Monroe County, Pennsylvania · 750FT.SOUTH of Lr 45010 · Structure no. 000000000027122

Built
1940
85 years old, rebuilt 1970
Condition
Poor
inspected June 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel
Length
31 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
27
2005 count
Owner
Town / Township
Town or Township Highway Agency

About this bridge

Croasdale RD T-420 over Cherry Creek is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Croasdale RD T-420 over Cherry Creek in Monroe County, Pennsylvania. It was built in 1940 and reconstructed in 1970, so it is 85 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 3 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.

It carries about 27 vehicles a day, projected to reach 30 by 2035. The structure is 31 ft (9.4 m) long and 17 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 98.8 mi (159 km).

CarriesCroasdale RD T-420
CrossesCherry Creek
Location750FT.SOUTH of Lr 45010
RouteCity Street 0
Coordinates40.97184, -75.1721
Functional classRural Local

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
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.
Substructure3 SeriousLoss of section, deterioration, spalling or scour have seriously affected primary structural components.
Channel and channel protection4 PoorAdvanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionJune 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourScour critical; foundations unstable for calculated scour conditions
Structural evaluation3: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of corrective action
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Operating rating84 US tons
Inventory rating50 US tons

Structure

MaterialSteel
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20
Structure length31 ft (9.4 m)
Longest span28 ft (8.5 m)
Deck width17 ft (5.2 m)
Roadway width13 ft (4.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic27 (2005)
Projected traffic30 by 2035
Trucks—
Lanes on structure1
Traffic directionOne-lane bridge for two-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed98.8 mi (159 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerTown or Township Highway Agency
Maintained byTown or Township 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$129,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Croasdale RD T-420 over Cherry Creek built?

It was built in 1940, making it 85 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1970.

What condition is Croasdale RD T-420 over Cherry 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 June 2024.

How much traffic does Croasdale RD T-420 over Cherry Creek carry?

About 27 vehicles per day (2005 count).

How long is Croasdale RD T-420 over Cherry Creek?

The structure is 31 ft (9.4 m) long with a longest span of 28 ft (8.5 m) and a deck 17 ft wide.

Who owns Croasdale RD T-420 over Cherry Creek?

It is owned by the Town or Township Highway Agency.