US Bridges

SR 1007 over Over Norfolk Southern RR

Fair

Northumberland County, Pennsylvania · 3 MI S of Watsontown · Structure no. 000000000029142

Built
1971
54 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected September 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
151 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
3,160
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SR 1007 over Over Norfolk Southern RR is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying SR 1007 over Over Norfolk Southern RR in Northumberland County, Pennsylvania. It was built in 1971, so it is 54 years old, younger 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 6 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 3,160 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,215 by 2032. The structure is 151 ft (46 m) long and 48 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 km).

Location

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CarriesSR 1007
CrossesOver Norfolk Southern RR
Location3 MI S of Watsontown
RouteState Highway 0
CountyNorthumberland County
StatePennsylvania
Coordinates41.05458, -76.85042
Functional classRural Major 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
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionSeptember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating58 US tons
Inventory rating34 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length151 ft (46 m)
Longest span53 ft (16.2 m)
Deck width48 ft (14.6 m)
Roadway width44 ft (13.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic3,160 (2023)
Projected traffic4,215 by 2032
Trucks9%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesRailroad
Detour if closed6.2 mi (10 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$376,000
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was SR 1007 over Over Norfolk Southern RR built?

It was built in 1971, making it 54 years old in 2025.

What condition is SR 1007 over Over Norfolk Southern RR 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 September 2024.

How much traffic does SR 1007 over Over Norfolk Southern RR carry?

About 3,160 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.

How long is SR 1007 over Over Norfolk Southern RR?

The structure is 151 ft (46 m) long with a longest span of 53 ft (16.2 m) and a deck 48 ft wide.

Who owns SR 1007 over Over Norfolk Southern RR?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.