US Bridges

U.S. Route 209 over Toms Creek

Good

Pike County, Pennsylvania · 4.9 Miles North of South · Structure no. 4320049P0000000

Built
2011
14 years old
Condition
Good
inspected January 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
63 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
4,658
2022 count
Owner
Federal
National Park Service

About this bridge

U.S. Route 209 over Toms Creek is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying U.S. Route 209 over Toms Creek in Pike County, Pennsylvania. It was built in 2011, so it is 14 years old, younger than the Pennsylvania average of 54.8 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in good condition with a lowest component rating of 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 4,658 vehicles a day, projected to reach 5,590 by 2042. The structure is 63 ft (19.1 m) long and 49 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 14.3 mi (23 km).

Location

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CarriesU.S. Route 209
CrossesToms Creek
Location4.9 Miles North of South
RouteFederal Lands Road 14
CountyPike County
StatePennsylvania
Coordinates41.12486, -74.95356
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJanuary 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour within limits of footing or piles
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating89 US tons
Inventory rating60 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1
Design loadHL 93
Structure length63 ft (19.1 m)
Longest span55 ft (16.9 m)
Deck width49 ft (14.9 m)
Roadway width39 ft (12 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic4,658 (2022)
Projected traffic5,590 by 2042
Trucks—
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed14.3 mi (23 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerNational Park Service
Maintained byNational Park Service
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$35,000 (2021 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was U.S. Route 209 over Toms Creek built?

It was built in 2011, making it 14 years old in 2025.

What condition is U.S. Route 209 over Toms Creek in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in good condition. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. The last reported inspection was in January 2024.

How much traffic does U.S. Route 209 over Toms Creek carry?

About 4,658 vehicles per day (2022 count).

How long is U.S. Route 209 over Toms Creek?

The structure is 63 ft (19.1 m) long with a longest span of 55 ft (16.9 m) and a deck 49 ft wide.

Who owns U.S. Route 209 over Toms Creek?

It is owned by the National Park Service.