Pa 34; Market ST over Juniata River
FairPerry County, Pennsylvania · East of Newport Boro · Structure no. 000000000029509
- Built
- 1934
- 91 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected April 2023
- Type
- Truss - Thru
- Steel
- Length
- 691 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 11,194
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Pa 34; Market ST over Juniata River is a steel truss - thru carrying Pa 34; Market ST over Juniata River in Perry County, Pennsylvania. It was built in 1934, so it is 91 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 11,194 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 12,772 by 2032. The structure is 691 ft (210.6 m) long and 32 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 11.8 mi (19 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Superstructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Substructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Channel and channel protection | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
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Frequently asked questions
When was Pa 34; Market ST over Juniata River built?
It was built in 1934, making it 91 years old in 2025.
What condition is Pa 34; Market ST over Juniata River 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 April 2023.
How much traffic does Pa 34; Market ST over Juniata River carry?
About 11,194 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.
How long is Pa 34; Market ST over Juniata River?
The structure is 691 ft (210.6 m) long with a longest span of 172 ft (52.4 m) and a deck 32 ft wide.
Who owns Pa 34; Market ST over Juniata River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.