SR 2006(LR 48006) over East Branch Saucon Creek
FairNorthampton County, Pennsylvania · Int.W/Ringhoffer Rd. · Structure no. 000000000028711
- Built
- 1956
- 69 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected January 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel
- Length
- 34 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 4,977
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SR 2006(LR 48006) over East Branch Saucon Creek is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying SR 2006(LR 48006) over East Branch Saucon Creek in Northampton County, Pennsylvania. It was built in 1956, so it is 69 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 4,977 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,454 by 2032. The structure is 34 ft (10.4 m) long and 34 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 9.9 mi (16 km).
Location
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Channel and channel protection | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SR 2006(LR 48006) over East Branch Saucon Creek built?
It was built in 1956, making it 69 years old in 2025.
What condition is SR 2006(LR 48006) over East Branch Saucon 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 January 2023.
How much traffic does SR 2006(LR 48006) over East Branch Saucon Creek carry?
About 4,977 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.
How long is SR 2006(LR 48006) over East Branch Saucon Creek?
The structure is 34 ft (10.4 m) long with a longest span of 31 ft (9.4 m) and a deck 34 ft wide.
Who owns SR 2006(LR 48006) over East Branch Saucon Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.