US Bridges

SR 2044 over Branch of Zerbe Run

Fair

Northumberland County, Pennsylvania · 1 MI South of Trevorton · Structure no. 000000000029223

Built
1961
64 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected November 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel
Length
22 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
342
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SR 2044 over Branch of Zerbe Run is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying SR 2044 over Branch of Zerbe Run in Northumberland County, Pennsylvania. It was built in 1961, so it is 64 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 342 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,121 by 2032. The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long and 31 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 21.1 mi (34 km).

Location

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CarriesSR 2044
CrossesBranch of Zerbe Run
Location1 MI South of Trevorton
RouteState Highway 0
CountyNorthumberland County
StatePennsylvania
Coordinates40.77271, -76.68116
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 protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionNovember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; action required to protect exposed foundations
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating64 US tons
Inventory rating38 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1
Design loadUnknown
Structure length22 ft (6.7 m)
Longest span19 ft (5.8 m)
Deck width31 ft (9.6 m)
Roadway width26 ft (7.9 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic342 (2024)
Projected traffic1,121 by 2032
Trucks6%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed21.1 mi (34 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$14,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was SR 2044 over Branch of Zerbe Run built?

It was built in 1961, making it 64 years old in 2025.

What condition is SR 2044 over Branch of Zerbe Run 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 2024.

How much traffic does SR 2044 over Branch of Zerbe Run carry?

About 342 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.

How long is SR 2044 over Branch of Zerbe Run?

The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long with a longest span of 19 ft (5.8 m) and a deck 31 ft wide.

Who owns SR 2044 over Branch of Zerbe Run?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.