US Bridges

SR 0171 TR 171 over Lackawanna River

Poor

Susquehanna County, Pennsylvania · Clifford Tp 200N SR 2010 · Structure no. 000000000032266

Built
1969
56 years old
Condition
Poor
inspected July 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
28 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
1,632
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SR 0171 TR 171 over Lackawanna River is a concrete culvert carrying SR 0171 TR 171 over Lackawanna River in Susquehanna County, Pennsylvania. It was built in 1969, so it is 56 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 4 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.

It carries about 1,632 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,452 by 2032. The structure is 28 ft (8.5 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 9.9 mi (16 km).

Location

Open in Google Maps
CarriesSR 0171 TR 171
CrossesLackawanna River
LocationClifford Tp 200N SR 2010
RouteState Highway 171
CountySusquehanna County
StatePennsylvania
Coordinates41.67621, -75.47354
Functional classRural Minor Arterial

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
Channel and channel protection4 PoorAdvanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour.
Culvert4 PoorAdvanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionJuly 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourScour critical; foundations unstable for calculated scour conditions
Structural evaluation4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating45 US tons
Inventory rating27 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20
Structure length28 ft (8.5 m)
Longest span28 ft (8.5 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,632 (2023)
Projected traffic2,452 by 2032
Trucks8%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed9.9 mi (16 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$430,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was SR 0171 TR 171 over Lackawanna River built?

It was built in 1969, making it 56 years old in 2025.

What condition is SR 0171 TR 171 over Lackawanna River 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 July 2024.

How much traffic does SR 0171 TR 171 over Lackawanna River carry?

About 1,632 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.

How long is SR 0171 TR 171 over Lackawanna River?

The structure is 28 ft (8.5 m) long with a longest span of 28 ft (8.5 m).

Who owns SR 0171 TR 171 over Lackawanna River?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.