SR 61 over Susquehanna River
GoodNorthumberland County, Pennsylvania · Sunbury River Bridge · Structure no. 000000000029008
- Built
- 1986
- 39 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected November 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 2,908 ft
- 19 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 20,080
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SR 61 over Susquehanna River is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying SR 61 over Susquehanna River in Northumberland County, Pennsylvania. It was built in 1986, so it is 39 years old, younger than the Pennsylvania average of 54.8 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in good condition with a lowest component rating of 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
It carries about 20,080 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 32,153 by 2032. The structure is 2,908 ft (886.4 m) long and 61 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 37.9 mi (61 km).
Location
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SR 61 over Susquehanna River built?
It was built in 1986, making it 39 years old in 2025.
What condition is SR 61 over Susquehanna River in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in good condition. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. The last reported inspection was in November 2023.
How much traffic does SR 61 over Susquehanna River carry?
About 20,080 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.
How long is SR 61 over Susquehanna River?
The structure is 2,908 ft (886.4 m) long with a longest span of 149 ft (45.4 m) and a deck 61 ft wide.
Who owns SR 61 over Susquehanna River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.