US Bridges

SR 2034 over Shamokin Creek

Fair

Northumberland County, Pennsylvania · 1 MI SE of Kulpmont · Structure no. 000000000029219

Built
1950
75 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected October 2022
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel
Length
65 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
3,277
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SR 2034 over Shamokin Creek is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying SR 2034 over Shamokin Creek in Northumberland County, Pennsylvania. It was built in 1950, so it is 75 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 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 3,277 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,850 by 2032. The structure is 65 ft (19.8 m) long and 36 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).

Location

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CarriesSR 2034
CrossesShamokin Creek
Location1 MI SE of Kulpmont
RouteState Highway 0
CountyNorthumberland County
StatePennsylvania
Coordinates40.78714, -76.45048
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.
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionOctober 2022
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating73 US tons
Inventory rating43 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel
DeckClosed grating
Main spans1
Design loadUnknown
Structure length65 ft (19.8 m)
Longest span61 ft (18.6 m)
Deck width36 ft (11 m)
Roadway width32 ft (9.8 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic3,277 (2024)
Projected traffic4,850 by 2032
Trucks4%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed5 mi (8 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$99,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was SR 2034 over Shamokin Creek built?

It was built in 1950, making it 75 years old in 2025.

What condition is SR 2034 over Shamokin 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 October 2022.

How much traffic does SR 2034 over Shamokin Creek carry?

About 3,277 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.

How long is SR 2034 over Shamokin Creek?

The structure is 65 ft (19.8 m) long with a longest span of 61 ft (18.6 m) and a deck 36 ft wide.

Who owns SR 2034 over Shamokin Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.