US Bridges

Pa 17; SR 0017 over Trib to Susquehanna

Fair

Perry County, Pennsylvania · 1 Mi. N. of Liverpool · Structure no. 000000000029467

Built
1958
67 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected May 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
24 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
1,439
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Pa 17; SR 0017 over Trib to Susquehanna is a concrete culvert carrying Pa 17; SR 0017 over Trib to Susquehanna in Perry County, Pennsylvania. It was built in 1958, so it is 67 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 5 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 1,439 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,906 by 2032. The structure is 24 ft (7.3 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 km).

Location

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CarriesPa 17; SR 0017
CrossesTrib to Susquehanna
Location1 Mi. N. of Liverpool
RouteState Highway 17
CountyPerry County
StatePennsylvania
Coordinates40.57866, -76.99775
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
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionMay 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating51 US tons
Inventory rating31 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20
Structure length24 ft (7.3 m)
Longest span24 ft (7.3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,439 (2023)
Projected traffic1,906 by 2032
Trucks11%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
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$151,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Pa 17; SR 0017 over Trib to Susquehanna built?

It was built in 1958, making it 67 years old in 2025.

What condition is Pa 17; SR 0017 over Trib to Susquehanna 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 May 2023.

How much traffic does Pa 17; SR 0017 over Trib to Susquehanna carry?

About 1,439 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.

How long is Pa 17; SR 0017 over Trib to Susquehanna?

The structure is 24 ft (7.3 m) long with a longest span of 24 ft (7.3 m).

Who owns Pa 17; SR 0017 over Trib to Susquehanna?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.