US Bridges

SR 2004 over Nyce Lake

Fair

Pike County, Pennsylvania · Delaware Tp 1.5M W SR2001 · Structure no. 000000000029979

Built
1961
64 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected June 2023
Type
Tee Beam
Concrete
Length
43 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
2,351
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SR 2004 over Nyce Lake is a concrete tee beam carrying SR 2004 over Nyce Lake in Pike 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 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 2,351 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,233 by 2032. The structure is 43 ft (13.1 m) long and 39 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 34.8 mi (56 km).

Location

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CarriesSR 2004
CrossesNyce Lake
LocationDelaware Tp 1.5M W SR2001
RouteState Highway 0
CountyPike County
StatePennsylvania
Coordinates41.24667, -74.92928
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.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Channel and channel protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionJune 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourScour critical; foundations unstable for calculated scour conditions
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
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 rating60 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

Structure typeTee Beam
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20
Structure length43 ft (13.1 m)
Longest span42 ft (12.8 m)
Deck width39 ft (12 m)
Roadway width34 ft (10.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,351 (2024)
Projected traffic3,233 by 2032
Trucks3%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed34.8 mi (56 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$160,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was SR 2004 over Nyce Lake built?

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

What condition is SR 2004 over Nyce Lake 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 June 2023.

How much traffic does SR 2004 over Nyce Lake carry?

About 2,351 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.

How long is SR 2004 over Nyce Lake?

The structure is 43 ft (13.1 m) long with a longest span of 42 ft (12.8 m) and a deck 39 ft wide.

Who owns SR 2004 over Nyce Lake?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.