US Bridges

SR 1033(LR48089SP) over Martins Creek

Fair

Northampton County, Pennsylvania · Bangor Boro-Pa.Ave. · Structure no. 000000000028696

Built
1915
110 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected November 2023
Type
Arch - Deck
Concrete
Length
45 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
1,415
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SR 1033(LR48089SP) over Martins Creek is a concrete arch - deck carrying SR 1033(LR48089SP) over Martins Creek in Northampton County, Pennsylvania. It was built in 1915, so it is 110 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.

It carries about 1,415 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,877 by 2032. The structure is 45 ft (13.7 m) long and 47 ft wide.

Location

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CarriesSR 1033(LR48089SP)
CrossesMartins Creek
LocationBangor Boro-Pa.Ave.
RouteState Highway 0
CountyNorthampton County
StatePennsylvania
Coordinates40.86928, -75.20671
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
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 inspectionNovember 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour within limits of footing or piles
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating73 US tons
Inventory rating43 US tons

Structure

Structure typeArch - Deck
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans1
Design loadUnknown
Structure length45 ft (13.7 m)
Longest span45 ft (13.7 m)
Deck width47 ft (14.3 m)
Roadway width31 ft (9.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,415 (2023)
Projected traffic2,877 by 2032
Trucks4%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed—
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusListed on 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 1033(LR48089SP) over Martins Creek built?

It was built in 1915, making it 110 years old in 2025.

What condition is SR 1033(LR48089SP) over Martins 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 November 2023.

How much traffic does SR 1033(LR48089SP) over Martins Creek carry?

About 1,415 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.

How long is SR 1033(LR48089SP) over Martins Creek?

The structure is 45 ft (13.7 m) long with a longest span of 45 ft (13.7 m) and a deck 47 ft wide.

Who owns SR 1033(LR48089SP) over Martins Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.