US Bridges

T-672 over Glade Run

PoorClosed to traffic

Northumberland County, Pennsylvania · 0.7MI N of Int T675 T672 · Structure no. 000000000029339

Built
1904
121 years old, rebuilt 1986
Condition
Poor
inspected August 2023
Type
Truss - Thru
Steel
Length
35 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
—
2018 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

T-672 over Glade Run is a steel truss - thru carrying T-672 over Glade Run in Northumberland County, Pennsylvania. It was built in 1904 and reconstructed in 1986, so it is 121 years old, older than the Pennsylvania average of 54.8 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in poor condition with a lowest component rating of 1 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. Its operating status is: closed to all traffic.

No traffic count is recorded. The structure is 35 ft (10.7 m) long and 15 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

CarriesT-672
CrossesGlade Run
Location0.7MI N of Int T675 T672
RouteCity Street 0T672
Coordinates41.17324, -76.76933
Functional classRural Local

Condition and inspection

Poor

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Superstructure1 Imminent FailureMajor deterioration or section loss present in critical structural components. Bridge is closed to traffic but corrective action may put it back in light service.
Substructure2 CriticalAdvanced deterioration of primary structural elements. Bridge may be closed until corrective action is taken.
Channel and channel protection4 PoorAdvanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionAugust 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusClosed to all traffic
ScourScour critical; foundations unstable for calculated scour conditions
Structural evaluation0: Immediate repair necessary to put back in service
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating0 US tons
Inventory rating0 US tons

Structure

Structure typeTruss - Thru
MaterialSteel
DeckWood or timber
Main spans1
Design loadUnknown
Structure length35 ft (10.7 m)
Longest span34 ft (10.4 m)
Deck width15 ft (4.6 m)
Roadway width13 ft (4.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic—
Projected traffic77 by 2040
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure1
Traffic directionOne-lane bridge for two-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.1 mi (5 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Maintained byCounty 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$288,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was T-672 over Glade Run built?

It was built in 1904, making it 121 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1986.

What condition is T-672 over Glade Run in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in poor condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. The last reported inspection was in August 2023.

How much traffic does T-672 over Glade Run carry?

No traffic count is recorded for this structure.

How long is T-672 over Glade Run?

The structure is 35 ft (10.7 m) long with a longest span of 34 ft (10.4 m) and a deck 15 ft wide.

Who owns T-672 over Glade Run?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.